Sustainability


A sustainable community is a desirable place to live, work, visit, and play. At the core, sustainability is about creating an economically strong, socially vibrant, and environmentally healthy community for current and future generations.

  • Residential Clean Energy Credit — Get 30% back on qualifying solar panels, wind, geothermal systems, battery storage, and more. No spending cap—but installation must be completed by year-end.
  • Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit  — Claim up to $1,200/year (30% of costs) for insulation, doors, windows, energy audits, and up to $2,000/year for heat pumps, water heaters, biomass appliances. Total possible savings: up to $3,200/year. Must be completed by year-end.

In short—plan, install, and complete your projects before December 31, 2025, to maximize your savings. For complete details, visit the U.S. EPA ENERGY STAR page on federal tax credits

Free Home Energy Assessments

Start your journey toward lower energy bills and a more efficient home. All Westminster residents can receive a no-cost Home Energy Squad Plus visit! 

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Schedule your visit today!

If you sign-up online, use the promo code WESTMINSTER2025 for a free Home Energy Squad Plus visit. Or call 303-446-7910 to schedule and your rebate will be applied upon completion of visit.

Only residents of Westminster qualify for this promotion and the assessment must be completed at a Westminster address. 

Colorado Energy Savings Navigator

Find savings, cut costs, stay connected. This free tool helps you explore the energy assistance, rebates, incentives, and programs you may qualify for —all in one place. It’s easy to use, available online, and designed for families across Colorado.

  • Get help paying your energy bills 
  • Save money and energy year-round
  • Prepare your home for extreme heat and cold
  • Find resources quickly and easily
  • Learn about and discover energy-saving programs
  • Available in multiple languages

Find energy savings here!

Sustainability News

Highlights from progress on the Sustainability Plan

Since the Sustainability Plan was adopted in 2020, the City has made great strides in implementing the strategies and achieving targets. Learn more about our progress and read the Sustainability Plan Report 2024.

SAGE Sustainable Business Program Supports Local Businesses to Save

In 2024, ten Westminster businesses were supported by the SAGE Sustainable Business Program's Accelerator Grant, totaling $32,328 in reimbursed funds! The grant provides funds to cover up to 75% of sustainability related project costs, capped at $5,000 per business per year. SAGE supported efficiency upgrades at the following local businesses:

These upgrades save precious water and energy resources and costs. In addition, these projects highlight that what is good for business, can also be good for our planet and community!