The Problem with Gas Appliances
Most Colorado homes rely on natural gas for heating, hot water, and cooking. Gas furnaces operate at 80-95% efficiency. Gas water heaters average 60% efficiency. Gas stoves release nitrogen dioxide and other pollutants directly into your living space.
A Stanford study found gas stoves leak methane even when turned off. The American Chemical Society reports gas stoves increase indoor NO2 levels by 100-400%. Children in homes with gas stoves have 42% higher risk of asthma symptoms.
Gas prices in Colorado have increased 40% since 2020. Xcel Energy projects continued rate increases through 2030.
The Electric Solution
Heat Pumps
300-400% efficient. Move heat instead of creating it. Heat and cool your home with one system.
Heat Pump Water Heaters
2-3x more efficient than gas. Cut water heating costs by 50-70%. Dehumidify your basement.
Induction Cooktops
Faster than gas. Precise temperature control. No combustion byproducts. Safer for families.
Modern cold-climate heat pumps work efficiently to -15°F. They handle Colorado's temperature swings from winter lows to summer highs.
Financial Benefits
Federal Tax Credit (25C)
30% of equipment and installation costs. Up to $2,000/year for heat pumps. Up to $2,000/year for heat pump water heaters.
Xcel Energy Rebates (2025 - Tripled)
- • Ducted air source heat pump: $900/cooling ton
- • Cold climate heat pump: $2,250/heating ton
- • Heat pump water heater: $2,250
Colorado HEAR Rebates (Income-Qualified)
- • Heat pumps: Up to $8,000
- • Heat pump water heaters: Up to $1,750
- • Electric stoves/cooktops: Up to $840
- • Electrical panel upgrades: Up to $4,000
Total potential savings: Up to $18,250 in combined rebates.
Environmental Impact
- Eliminate direct household emissions from gas combustion
- Reduce heating carbon footprint by 40-70% immediately
- As Colorado's grid gets cleaner, your home gets cleaner automatically
- Xcel Energy plans 80% carbon-free electricity by 2030
- Pair with solar to achieve near-zero emissions
Why Electrify in Colorado
Climate Advantages
- • 300+ days of sunshine for solar pairing
- • Dry climate improves heat pump efficiency
- • Modern heat pumps handle altitude well
- • Mild springs and falls reduce HVAC loads
Policy Support
- • Colorado committed to 100% clean electricity by 2040
- • State tax credit for heat pumps up to $1,500
- • Multiple utility rebate programs
- • HEAR rebates launched November 2025