4CORE

What does 4CORE actually do?

Our work is rooted in helping Southwest Colorado communities become more energy efficient, resilient, and prepared for the future.

From connecting households with energy-saving resources and rebates to advancing clean transportation and building strong local partnerships, 4CORE works across the region to turn resources into real community impact.

Each program may look different, but the goal remains the same: creating practical solutions that strengthen the places we call home.
This is what community-powered impact looks like.

Just over a year ago, Erika joined us in the new role of Regional Energy Coach for La Plata and Archuleta counties. And WOW - there has been demand!

The first year by the numbers:
🏠 150+ households and businesses coached
🔍 100+ energy assessments
💵 At least $200,000 in rebates coming back into our community (We'll get out a full tally at the end of the year!)

That money has helped many of you lower your utility bills and cool your homes this (HOT!) summers without worrying about wildfire smoke.

In her latest The Durango Herald column, Erika reflects on the past year and thanks you all for welcoming her in.

📍 Have a project in mind? Join Erika and La Plata Electric Association (LPEA) this Wednesday, Oct. 7, for Rebate & Energy Help Office Hours at LPEA Headquarters, 8–9:30 a.m. or 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. Swing by anytime in those windows to find out what incentives are available to get your questions answered.

Read the column: https://www.durangoherald.com/articles/columnists/thanks-for-letting-me-in/

A big thanks to Energy Smart Colorado for bringing all the amazing partners together and for standing up a program that is helping rural households make their homes more affordable, comfortable, efficient! We've done more energy assessments in 2026 than ever before and we can't wait to tally the impacts!

Another great year of bringing our Energy Smart Colorado partners together for our annual Partner Summit.😊

We’re grateful for the opportunity to connect, share ideas, celebrate the work we’re doing across Colorado, and strengthen the partnerships that help us better serve our communities.

A big thank you to our incredible partners - traveling from communities across the western slope - for continuing to show up, collaborate, and help make energy efficiency and electrification more accessible for Colorado households.🤝🏔️

Here’s to another year of learning, collaboration, and making a positive impact together!

Monte Vista 📣 ¡Ponte las Pilas!

In partnership with 4CORE and Colorado Energy Office, we'll have a table at the San Luis Collaboration Summit Family Night!🌄

Be sure to stop by and learn about current incentives in the state of Colorado to switch from a gas car to an EV! Income qualified individuals/families can save up to $12,250! ⚡🚗

Come ask questions and learn how to ⚡!

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Monte Vista 📣 ¡Ponte las pilas!

¡Tendremos una mesa informativa en la Noche Familiar de la Cumbre de Colaboración de San Luis (San Luis Collaboration Summit)! 🌄 En colaboración con 4Core y Colorado Energy Office.

¡No dejes de visitarnos para conocer los incentivos actuales en el estado de Colorado para cambiar tu vehículo de gasolina por uno eléctrico! ¡Las personas y familias que cumplan con los requisitos de ingresos pueden ahorrar hasta $12,250! ⚡🚗

¡Ven a hacer tus preguntas y descubre cómo pasarte a lo eléctrico ( )! ⚡

PHOTO DUMP!
Earlier this month, Team Up AmeriCorps started off their fall cohort with a two day comprehensive training and Orientation for our new members at Deer Hill Expeditions. Many thanks to Deer Hill for hosting our group for yet another awesome year! Some of our members are Southwest Colorado locals, whereas many moved from across the country to serve our region and learn what things look like out west.
Be sure to follow us on social media as we introduce each new member in the coming weeks.
Welcome to Southwest Colorado, welcome home, and welcome to Team Up AmeriCorps!

New investments in EV charging infrastructure are helping address critical gaps across the state—including communities within the ReCharge Colorado service territory.

From Ignacio and Saguache to Alamosa, Poncha Springs, Grand Junction and beyond, these projects are helping build a more connected charging network for Coloradans traveling across our state.

For rural communities, expanding charging infrastructure can mean more options, better connectivity, and greater confidence for current and future EV drivers. 🚙⚡

We’re excited to see continued investment in clean transportation infrastructure across Colorado!

What’s happening this week? 👀🌱

We’re keeping you connected to events, opportunities, deadlines, and resources happening across our region and beyond.

From clean energy and sustainability to funding opportunities and community events, check in with us each Monday to see what’s coming up. 📅

See something that belongs on our radar? Send it our way!

Meet Molly Morris
Clean Energy Program Manager

Molly is 4CORE’s go-to expert for energy efficiency! With a background in energy and water conservation, she helps connect Southwest Colorado residents with programs and resources that can make their homes more efficient.

What she brings to 4CORE:
⚡ Energy efficiency expertise
💧 Water conservation knowledge
🏡 A passion for helping people save energy, water + money

We’re lucky to have Molly helping power a more efficient Southwest Colorado!

September is bringing a couple of opportunities to connect, learn, and be part of the conversation. 🍂

📅 September 9 — Roundtable
Join us for an opportunity to connect and share around the work happening in our region.

🌱 September 24 — Green Drinks
Come together with community members interested in sustainability, local solutions, and a more resilient Southwest Colorado.

Save the dates and keep an eye on our page—we’ll be sharing more details as each event gets closer!