What is CPACE?
Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy
or CPACE, is a state-sponsored funding initiative designed to improve the energy efficiency of commercial properties
With utility costs rising faster than ever
the state of Colorado has decided that it is in the public benefit for business properties to use less, conserve more, and maximize renewability
Colorado is giving owners and developers
access to the capital they need to make improvements to their properties. The payments are tied to property taxes, which allows the costs to be transferred to future ownership
To avoid rising commercial interest rates
CPACE has become one of the fastest growing financing mechanisms in the structured finance industry

What is CPACE?
Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy
or CPACE, is a state-sponsored funding initiative designed to improve the energy efficiency of commercial properties
With utility costs rising faster than ever
the state of Colorado has decided that it is in the public benefit for business properties to use less, conserve more, and maximize renewability
Colorado is giving owners and developers
access to the capital they need to make improvements to their properties. The payments are tied to property taxes, which allows the costs to be transferred to future ownership
To avoid rising commercial interest rates
CPACE has become one of the fastest growing financing mechanisms in the structured finance industry

Benefits of CPACE
Immediate Impact
The energy cost savings typically exceed CPACE payments. With no upfront costs, most clients are cash-positive long before their first payment.
Eliminate The Guesswork
Cost/benefit analysis of all CPACE projects is performed by an independent third-party. Capital lenders compete to provide financing.
Business Sustainability
Tackle overdue repairs and upgrades, modernize your infrastructure, reduce your expenses, and enjoy more and more savings each year.
Property Qualification
CPACE approval is based on the property's market value, history, and the cash-flow benefits of the proposed energy-saving improvements.
Stack the Rebates
CPACE also allows you to take advantage of tax credits and utility rebates for energy efficiency, such as the federal tax credit for 30% of the cost of a solar system.
Include Related Projects
If efficiency is being improved, you can also include related projects, such as an upgraded electrical system for solar panels, or paving a parking lot for EV charging.
Eligible CPACE Projects
Energy Efficiency
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Insulation
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Windows
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New Roof
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High-Efficiency Lighting
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Boilers, Chillers, Furnaces
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HVAC Upgrades
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Low-Flow Fixtures
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Irrigation Systems
Renewables
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Solar Systems
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EV Charging Stations
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Geothermal Systems
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Water or Heat Recovery
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Hydroelectric Systems
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Fuel Cells
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Combined Heat & Power Systems (CHP)
And Many More.....
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Fire-Wind-Flood Resistance (Resiliency Improvements)
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Related Non-Energy Focused Projects
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Retroactively Cover Completed Projects
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All Related Costs: Permits, Engineering, Feasibility
So how can a Colorado CPACE Consultant help?

Administrative Services
Having a representative on your side with access to real estate professionals, financial analysts, and energy engineers makes a dramatic difference in the amount of time you have to invest and value you receive.
We'll guide your CPACE project from beginning-to-end and make sure you have an exceptional experience.

Management of Capital Providers
CPACE Capital Providers compete in an open market to provide your financing, however, that doesn't mean that every provider wants to fund every CPACE project.
Often, they'll offer less favorable terms for projects that don't make them as much money!
We work with lenders who know us and enjoy our repeat business, so they're willing to offer terms they wouldn't otherwise.

Qualification of Contractors
Anyone who's hired contractors knows that they tend to have their own timelines and schedules. The CPACE process moves quickly, but project completion can be slowed by lack of urgency and coordination between the various trades.
Your consultant will set expectations and keep the project on track. We've got relationships with contractors that offer fantastic pricing and get things done!

Expert
Guidance
Making long-term decisions on your most valuable assets can be daunting, especially when you don't know what you don't know!
Having a project developer from Colorado CPACE Consultants on your side to oversee the whole process will let you focus on your normal day-to-day life, save you money, and bring you peace of mind.