The Colorado Energy Office’s Charge Ahead grant program helps cover the costs of purchasing and installing EV charging stations in apartment/condo complexes, workplaces, government buildings and other sites that offer public or visitor parking. This webinar will focus on exciting new funding opportunities.

For more information and to register, go here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_brq4SphKQuinMNC20ePlwg

What’s it like to drive an EV in the mountains and during the winter? How do you charge at home or on the road? Join us at this free event to ask your EV-driving neighbors all your burning questions and test drive a few electric cars!

For more information and to register, go here:
https://highcountryconservation.org/events/ev-ride-and-drive/.

This is an excellent opportunity to see and test drive different EVs, from cars to bikes. Several vehicles, including a Tesla Model 3 and a Ford F150 Lightning, will be available to test drive – be sure to sign up for a 20-minute slot on the registration page: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e0844a4a823a0ff2-evride.

This event is presented by Yampa Valley Sustainability Council, the City of Steamboat Springs, Yampa Valley Electric Association, Clean Energy Economy for the Region (CLEER) and Northern Colorado Clean Cities.

Are you electric car curious? Now is your chance to check out a diverse fleet of electric cars. Come test drive and chat with the community about the benefits of EVs.

This free EV Ride & Drive is an opportunity for community members to test out different EV models, show off their own electric vehicles, and network with the community!

More more information and to RSVP, click here: https://www.walkingmountains.org/event/electric-vehicle-ride-n-drive/2022-09-08/.

This event is presented in association with Walking Mountains Science Center.

Do you have a car you would like to showcase? We would love to include you! Please contact Diego Betts (diegob@walkingmountains.org).

In this one-hour workshop, homeowners will learn the different heat pump systems available for implementation in a new single-family home. We will focus on comparing the benefits of various heat pump-based system options vs the traditional heating/cooling options. Topics will include:

– How heat pumps are now a viable and beneficial heating option for homeowners in the high country
– How to effectively work with contractors to get a quality system that meets your expectations
– Advantages of various heat pump systems: ducted, mini-split and radiant floor
– Economics of heat pumps vs. propane or natural gas in new homes
– New ways to think about design
– Questions to ask and pitfalls to avoid
– Rebate programs & local incentives

Register here: https://walkingmountains.regfox.com/heat-pumps-for-new-construction. A Zoom link will be sent with confirmation and reminder emails.