2025 Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code

Published September 15, 2025 Colorado is taking a significant step toward wildfire preparedness with the rollout of the 2025 Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code (CWRC), which is set to take effect statewide on July 1, 2025. Developed by the state’s Wildfire Resiliency Code Board, the CWRC establishes construction and landscaping requirements for properties located in Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) areas, aiming to … Read More

The Importance of Load Minimization with Heat Pumps

Published September 15, 2025 Heat pumps are rapidly becoming the cornerstone of efficient, low-carbon heating and cooling.  In fact, heat pumps have been outselling traditional gas furnaces for the past four years, and the margin continues to expand.  But to get the best performance from this technology, one critical factor stands out: load minimization. Load minimization means reducing the overall … Read More

From Our CEO

The Three Phases of Un/Certainty Published September 15, 2025 Hello friends and partners,  Heading into Fall, it continues to be a wild ride. After this is all over, I think we’ll need a new word for “uncertainty” as we’ll have worn it out completely. In much the same way as I hope to never hear the words “out of an … Read More

Why Blower Door Testing Is Now Essential for Commercial Projects

Published July 17, 2025 For energy efficiency, comfort, and code compliance Blower door testing is a critical step in ensuring commercial buildings meet energy performance standards. A well-sealed building envelope reduces energy consumption, enhances comfort, improves indoor air quality, and protects the structure from moisture related issues. As jurisdictions across the country continue to adopt the 2021 and 2024 versions … Read More

2024 IECC Adoptions

Published July 14, 2025 New Code, Same Mission: Keeping You Ahead of IECC 2024 Part of EnergyLogic’s role is to track the adoption of new codes and keep our clients informed of changes impacting construction requirements.  We are starting to see the adoption of the 2024 International Energy Code (IECC).  The first two to jump are Thornton, effective July 1, … Read More

Model Colorado Electric and Solar Ready Code

Published July 11, 2025 As part of the adoption of the 2024 ICC codes, jurisdictions must also adopt the Model Colorado Electric and Solar Ready Code. This code prepares homes for future full electrification and installation of solar PV systems as part of Colorado’s goal to reduce carbon emissions and mitigate climate change.  We highly recommend discussing these new codes … Read More

Deedre Gantenbein

Billing Coordinator With EnergyLogic since April 2025 What passions, talents, or interests do you bring to your position at EL? I bring a love for organization and problem-solving, which is probably why I’ve spent over 30 years in accounting. I’m all about the details, finding ways to make things more efficient, and always learning something new. Outside of work, I’m … Read More

Walter Heiser

HVAC Specialist With EnergyLogic since January 2025 Do you have a favorite core value? If so, why? I really enjoy finding a way to build a better mouse trap. In my part of the industry, this is a constant battle. There is always new technology coming out and we need to evolve with it and find new solutions to new … Read More

From RFI to Rater: How We Grow Experts at EnergyLogic

EnergyLogic Certified Energy Raters

Empowering our field team to deliver top-tier service and expertise Published May 13, 2025 Growing Experts Is More Than a Motto—It’s a Mission At EnergyLogic, “We grow experts” isn’t just a catchphrase—it’s how we operate. As an energy rating company, we know that delivering high-quality service starts with having a highly trained field team. Building science and code compliance are … Read More

EnergyLogic Celebrates Completion of Lupine at Longmont

Lupine at Longmont

A 236-Unit Build-to-Rent Community Delivers High-Performance Living in Boulder County Published May 13, 2025 A Milestone Project in Longmont EnergyLogic is excited to announce the successful completion of Lupine at Longmont, a 236-unit build-to-rent townhome development serving the growing demand for professional rental housing in Boulder County.From Concept to Completion Preliminary energy modeling began in February 2023, with final inspections … Read More