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FOR CONTRACTORS


Explore learning opportunities and resources to grow your skillset

Training programs, upskilling opportunities, and educational resources for contractors

Energy Smart Colorado’s success is built on the quality of its local workforce. The program is actively providing training and resources to Energy Smart analysts and contractors to foster a resilient local energy efficiency economy.

What might a clean energy trade pathway look like for you? Learn more about career options and training providers on our page for prospective contractors.

Check out our library of reference documents, our training and events calendar, and answers to common questions on our page for current contractors.

“By investing in workforce development today, we’re also inspiring the next generation to pursue rewarding careers in energy efficiency and the skilled trades.”

— Emma Karlok, Workforce Development Manager, Energy Smart Colorado
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NOTABLE HIGHLIGHTS

Energy Smart Colorado provides ongoing support to our network of over 50 Building Performance Institute certified Building Analyst Professionals.

Since 2018, with funding from Colorado Energy Office, Holy Cross Energy, Tri-State Generation and Transmission, and Xcel Energy, Energy Smart Colorado has provided more than 100 analysts and contractors with scholarships to obtain and maintain certifications to offer home energy assessments, weatherization improvements, and cold climate heat pump installations.

In 2025, analysts working in Energy Smart communities performed over 700 home energy assessments.