Thursday, January 22, 2015

Keep 4CORE's Engine Running

This is a shout out to all the sponsors that keep 4CORE's Energy Information Hub spinning. 4CORE provides information to over 35,000 information requests annually.

We conduct presentations that draw hundreds of participants, and we are grateful to the following entities that help us spread energy information!

Sponsors of the Newsletter for six months or more:

La Plata Electric Association provides its members safe, reliable electricity at the lowest reasonable cost while being environmentally responsible.




SilverPick Contracting is a certified ENERGY STAR builder. They offer all of the benefits that go with this certification, which includes a 100% commitment to building only ENERGY STAR certified homes. SilverPick's high professional standards, cutting-edge innovation, attention to detail, and superior customer service have earned them an outstanding reputation in the building industry. From the eye of a casual observer, SilverPick's products may seem similar to the house next door, but, if you explore the entire project from the ground up, there are many differences. If you are thinking about a custom home, or remodel, don’t hesitate to contact them today!


The Home Builders Association of Southwest Colorado (HBASC) is a non-profit professional association of 100 member companies, all local businesses, whose diverse services include building homes, remodeling, architecture and design, real estate sales, banking and mortgage refinancing, insurance, subcontracting and material suppliers. They are affiliated with the Colorado Association of Home Builders which has more than 3,200 member companies and the National Association of Home Builders which has 216,000 member companies. All three organizations have extensive social, political and educational programs. Members employ many of the people working in our community, several thousand here locally in La Plata County. These employees provide a significant contribution to the local community.

 
American Solar Transformation Initiative
Southwest Solar Transformation Initiative (now expanded to the American Solar Transformation Initiative) represents a regional team of public and private ASTI partners committed to advancing solar power adoption across participating municipalities within the Southwest region. ASTI is targeting communities in the Southwest because the solar resource is abundant, but its enormous potential has been largely untapped. The focus of this program is to drive solar market maturity via significant improvements in five key areas: Permitting, Planning and Zoning, Interconnection, Net Metering and Financing.


Mantell-Hecathorn Builders, Inc. has been building and remodeling custom homes as a family-run company for 40 continuous years. They have developed a distinguished reputation for excellence, craftsmanship and service. Greg and Hunter are the first to earn their Master Certified Green Professionals credential in the state of Colorado. Mantell-Hecathorn Builders is also the only SW Colorado builder listed on the EPA website as 100% committed to building ENERGY STAR homes. Each home goes through rigorous third-party testing certification under one or more of the following programs: ENERGY STAR DOE Zero Energy Ready NAHB GreenEPA Indoor AirPlus. Mantell-Hecathorn Builders’ work ethic, experience, commitment to their clients and leadership in energy-efficient building have made them one of the most trusted builders in Durango. They initiated the Sustainable Building Education Program adopted by 4CORE and have been proud supporters of 4CORE ever since.


Alpine Bank is a $2.4 billion dollar, employee-owned organization chartered in 1973 with headquarters in Glenwood Springs, Colorado. With 37 banking offices throughout Colorado, Alpine Bank employs over 500 local people and serves more than 130,000 customers with retail, business, trust, asset management, mortgage, and electronic banking services. Alpine Bank has received local and national recognition for its creative philanthropic programs in the communities they serve. The Bank was 2001 Colorado Company of the Year as named by Colorado Biz Magazine and the University of Denver Daniels College of Business, as well as a six-time winner of the Best Companies for Working Families Award from Colorado Parents Magazine. The Bank’s community efforts have been highlighted by ABC World News Tonight, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, and the American Bankers Association. For more information, visit www.alpinebank.com


Since 2003 Proven Technologies has provided the best products available for safe, sustainable, and energy efficient buildings. Our hands-on knowledge of ICFs and Concrete Homes, along with superior service, has made Proven Technologies successful. We have 45 years of experience in the construction business. Call Proven Technologies LLC to explore what steps you might now take, based on the stage of decision making you have reached. Call 877-626-5426 for more information.


SolarWorks is a full-service solar photovoltaic and solar thermal installation company serving businesses and residents in Southwest Colorado. Our clients trust our expertise, our products, and our knowledge to develop creative solutions to their energy needs. SolarWorks is Colorado Solar Energy Industries Association (CoSEIA) certified and offer 25-30 year warranties, retrofits and remodels for residential and commercial.Take advantage of a free site assessment by calling (970) 382-2624 or emailing SolarWorks today.


HomeRx Partners

Solarize La Plata Partners

Healthy Homes Partners


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