To: Board of County Commissioners
Through: Bryan D. Weimer, Director, Public Works & Development Department
Prepared By:
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Bryan D. Weimer, Director, Public Works & Development Department
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Presenter: Bryan D. Weimer, Director, Public Works & Development Department
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1:45 PM *DRCOG Decarbonization Grant Program & Building Policy Collaborative
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Purpose and Request:
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The purpose of this study session is to provide an overview of the Denver Regional Council of Governments (DRCOG) Zero-Emission Building Initiative, and particularly the Building Policy Collaborative Jurisdictional Support Subaward Program. Staff will be asking for direction from the Board of County Commissioners on if they would like Public Works and Development (PWD) Staff to participate in this new program by: 1) executing a letter of commitment, 2) participating in various meetings, 3) apply for an Arapahoe County designated grant of $900,000.
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Alignment with Strategic Plan: Sustainable Growth and Infrastructure - Support environmentally responsible development and energy efficiency in county operations.
Background and Discussion: In August 2024, DRCOG was awarded a $199.7M federal grant from the Environmental Protection Agency's Climate Pollution Grants, aimed at reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and other harmful air pollutants. The grant-funded program will support several coordinated initiatives to reduce carbon pollution from buildings, foster workforce development and offer financial incentives for home services and electric appliances, such as heat pumps, water heaters and electric cooktops and ranges. The intent is for each initiative to address specific environmental and industry challenges and improve air quality and public health in the Denver region and promote sustainability across the region. The initiative's goal is to cut greenhouse gas emissions from buildings by 70% focusing on low-inco...
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