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
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
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
Lower electric bills, improve comfort, and boost your HERS score with a simple, cost-effective solution Published May 13, 2025 What Is a Whole House Fan A whole-house fan is a fan that exhausts a large amount of warm air out of a house. At night, when Colorado’s outdoor temperatures typically drop below 70 degrees, cool air naturally flows in through open … Read More
Energy-efficient and cost-effective, but proper installation is key to avoiding moisture and mold issues Published May 12, 2025 Why so popular? Heat pump water heaters (HPWHs) are growing in popularity. They are an energy-efficient alternative to traditional electric water heaters, with federal and utility incentives such as rebates and tax credits making them even more appealing.How HPWHs Work — And … Read More
As Federal Support Wavers, EnergyLogic Stays Focused on Advocacy, Adaptation, and Optimism Published May 12, 2025 “In the midst of chaos, there is also opportunity.”Sun Tzu, the art of warTroubling News for ENERGY STAR This past week delivered a new round of chaos for EnergyLogic and for our builders engaged with the ENERGY STAR program. The Trump administration has signaled … Read More
Challenges, Innovations, and the Path Forward in a Shifting Market Published March 14, 2025 False Start Though any of us who’ve lived in Colorado for more than a season know, it may seem Spring has sprung, but we know better. Don’t we? Gripped by Uncertainty I know many of us are waiting for Spring or at least a thaw in building. … Read More
What’s New in Ventilation Published March 14, 2025 Overlooked & Underestimated Ventilation is the somewhat neglected letter of the acronym HVAC. Ventilation is a constantly evolving area of building science. Homebuyers are far, far more aware of indoor air quality as a primary concern than they used to be. Whether the average homeowner makes the connection between indoor air and … Read More
New Xcel Residential New Home Construction Program Offers Bigger Incentives, But Requires Builders to Navigate New Processes Published March 14, 2025 Meet Xcel Energy’s New Rebate Program Xcel Energy has offered builder rebates under their ENERGY STAR New Homes Program for many years. The gist of this program was to rebate a little money to a lot of builders who were … Read More
Boulder Creek Neighborhoods’ Denver Community Showcases Energy Efficiency and Sustainability Published March 14, 2025 Partnering for Sustainable Success EnergyLogic was honored to partner with Boulder Creek Neighborhoods on their Wildhorse Townhome Project in Denver. This beautiful, energy-efficient, sustainable community was certified under the ENERGY STAR New Homes and Indoor airPLUS programs.Achieving High-Performance Certifications In addition, it achieved LEED Certification. EnergyLogic provided all … Read More
