 Resource & Energy Action Plan 4CORE facilitated a round table meeting to discuss incorporating the sustainability components of Health and Arts into the REAP. This would meet the needs of a larger statewide effort being undertaken by the Alliance for Sustainable Colorado and create a more robust document. A poll of the advisory board is currently underway in order to decide to what extent, if any, these components will be integrated. For more information, please contact info@fourcore.org.
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Energy Tour
4CORE will not be organizing an Energy Tour this year. We are open to helping someone else organize the tour (we have banners, to-do lists, signage, etc that we can pass along). If you know of anyone who might be interested, please email us. |
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Its back to school for the kids and the end of the hot summer for all of us. Are you ready for the cool weather season? There are still rebates available to keep you cozy, but act fast! Many are running out soon and it will be freezing before you know it.
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4CORE Moving Forward
Latest & Greatest from your Resource Efficiency Hub
 We are settling in with new staff and board changes and are embarking on a funding plan for 2012 and beyond.
We'll be visiting with County board members and municipalities in the next few months, working to keep governments informed about what we're up to. We are forming strong partnerships to bring more funding and jobs to our area and implement resource efficiency projects.
Get involved by donating to continue the good work 4CORE is doing in Southwest Colorado! As an Enterprise Zone project and 501(c)(3) nonprofit, the benefits of donating to 4CORE are:
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12.5% Colorado tax credit for providing professional services for which you normally charge fees
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- a hand in reducing greenhouse gas emissions locally
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the opportunity to extend your reach as 4CORE collaborates with government agencies, businesses, and nonprofits, and the community-at-large
- demonstration that you care about our community
To contribute to the good work that 4CORE is doing, please click here.
For more information, please email us.
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Upcoming Training
Commercial Auditor Training
September 12-16, 8:00-5:00
PCC is pleased to announce a new training opportunity in this region. This 40-hour course will prepare facility and plant managers, residential energy auditors and other professionals to conduct energy audits, improve facility operations practice, reduce facility operating costs, and apply for energy incentives on commercial buildings. Much of this course will be hands-on and participants will complete a full commercial energy audit on a building in downtown Cortez. Topics taught will be: lighting, motors and drives; water and utility use; heating, cooling, and ventilation systems; heat pumps and hot water systems; and overall building envelope. Participants must be proficient in Microsoft Excel and have completed an OSHA-10 Construction certification.
To register for Commercial Auditor training and apply for a scholarship:
1. Register as a Job Seeker with Connecting Colorado www.connectingcolorado.com
2. Apply for Energy Scholarship at the Durango Workforce Center, 331 South Camino Del Rio,(970) 247-0308, next to Office Depot. Bring your Social Security Card, State-issued Driver's License/ ID, and OSHA-10 card. Take Excel proficiency test at Workforce Center (online tutorial available)
Intro to Solar PV Training and Certification Exam
Training: October 18-19, 8:00-5:00
NSBCEP Certification Exam: Oct. 20
Location: Mancos Campus, Southwest Colorado Community College
Are you interested in learning solar or want to explore working in the green industry? This course will cover basic knowledge of the fundamental principles of the application, design, installation and operation of grid-tied and stand-alone PV Systems. This course will prepare individuals for the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP) Enery Level examination. Participants will receive hands-on instruction and practice at the college's new solar lab.
To register for Solar training and apply for a scholarship:
1.) Register as a Job Seeker with Connecting Colorado www.connectingcolorado.com
2.) Apply for Green Jobs Scholarship at the Durango Workforce Center, 331 South Camino Del Rio, (970) 247-0308, next to Office Depot. Bring your Social Security Card and State-issued Driver's License/ID.
3.) Take reading and math placement (Accuplacer) exam ($10 cost) by September 15th at either campus of Southwest Colorado Community College. Provide Accuplacer results to Lena Jaramillo at the college.
4.) Complete scholarship questionnaire on following page and return to Lena.Jaramillo@Pueblocc.edu by September 15, 2011.
Questions:
Lena Jamamillo, Southwest CO Community College
(970)5654.6222
Lena.Jaramillo@Pueblocc.edu
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Latest on Rebates
 Recharge Colorado
Rebates
Notice!
- The Renewable Energy Rebate Program stops accepting applications Sept. 1. San Miguel Power still has partner funds available for Residential and Commercial PV. Other renewables have wait lists.
- The Energy Efficiency Rebate Program stops accepting applications Oct. 1
- Insulation and air sealing is open in San Miguel County and there is a wait list for the rest of Southwest Colorado.
- Furnace, Energy Audit, Energy Monitor, Duct Sealing, and ENERGY STAR Home Builder rebates are all still open.
- The Appliance Program closed on July 1st, 2011
Rebates from Local Utilities
 Atmos Energy's Reduce and Rebate Program
Excess Is Out Rebate Program
Empire Electric Association's
Energy Efficiency Credit Program
LPEA Rebate Program
Rebates and Credits
 SMPA Rebate Program
Rebates
Source Gas
Excess Is Out
There may be other rebates available to you! The GEO has collected the most comprehensive resource of energy-related rebates and incentives available anywhere; use this tool to find Recharge Colorado rebates, federal and local incentives, and offers from manufacturers and retailers. Your search will also enable you to find Better Business Bureau (BBB) listed and accredited contractors throughout the state.
Click here to find rebates, incentives, and contractors
or call 4CORE if you have any questions or need assistance.
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Newsletter Challenge Question
What is the approximate annual cost of a pilot light that burns on natural gas year round?
Send responses and win an energy saving prize!
Last month's Question:
For the 2003 IECC Code, what is the minimum allowable insulation, in R-value required in the attic? What is the minimum allowable wall R-value?
Minimum Attic Insulation: R=30 if between framing members, R-23 if CONTINUOUS insulation in wood framed conditions.
Minimum Wall Insulation: R-11 if cavity insulation in wood framed walls.
And the winner is...
Carolyn Hunter
Come by the 4CORE office to pick up your energy efficiency kit!
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