Why It Matters 

Space heating and hot water make up a large share of Louisville's overall building energy use and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.

By switching from natural gas systems to clean electric systems, we can cut our pollution, improve indoor and outdoor air quality, and lower long-term energy costs for all residents and businesses in Louisville. 

 What We're Doing 

We're prioritizing heating and hot water electrification in our municipal facilities and in the community at large. Some of our key efforts include:

• On-site solar at water facilities: We installed solar arrays at the Water Treatment and Wastewater Treatment Plants to directly power critical water operations.
• Residential incentives: Louisville partners with Boulder County’s EnergySmart program to provide rebates for highly efficient electric appliances in existing homes.
• Forward-looking energy codes: We continuously update our building codes to require electric-ready construction for both new builds and renovations.

 Get Involved 

You can make an impact by upgrading your own heating and hot water systems.

• Switch to heat pumps: Explore rebates for heat pump heating and cooling systems through Xcel Energy.
• Electrify your water heating: Replace your natural gas water heater with an efficient electric heat pump.
• Stay informed on building and energy codes: If you’re building or renovating, check Louisville’s electric-ready requirements to future-proof your property.