Heat Pumps are Cool: Stay Cool in Summer. Warm in Winter.
Dear Friends and Partners,
As we move into the warmer months across western Colorado, we’re excited to spotlight a technology that is reshaping how our homes and buildings stay comfortable year-round: heat pumps.
This summer, CORE’s “Heat Pumps Are Cool” campaign highlights how these highly efficient systems can help households and businesses reduce energy use, lower utility costs, improve indoor air quality, and cut emissions — all while providing reliable heating and cooling in every season. At CORE, we believe the best climate solutions are the ones that make everyday life better. Whether you’re considering upgrades for your home, managing a multifamily property, or planning improvements for a commercial building, heat pumps offer a practical path to greater comfort, resilience, and sustainability for our region.
In this newsletter, you’ll find information about available incentives, local success stories, and resources to help you explore how heat pump technology can support healthier, more affordable, and more energy-efficient buildings throughout our mountain communities.
Thank you for being a part of this work.
Sincerely,
Heat Pumps Are Cool!
Looking to replace or upgrade to a heat pump? Heat pumps keep your home cool in the summer and warm in the winter, providing year-round comfort. CORE is here to help with funding options and expert guidance for your energy-efficient project.
Heat Pumps Are Cool… But How Do They Work?
Heat pumps get their name because instead of creating heat by burning fossil fuels, they “pump” heat from one place to another. In winter, they extract heat from outdoor air and bring it into your home. In the summer, they reverse the process, pulling heat from your home to the outdoors to keep your space cool.
Think of it like a refrigerator, just on a larger scale. A heat pump uses electricity to move heat rather than generate it, making it incredibly energy efficient.
In fact, heat pumps can deliver 2 to 3 times as much heat energy as the electricity they use. That translates to 200% to 300% energy efficiency. By comparison, even a high-efficiency gas furnace or boiler typically reaches about 96% efficiency.
Ready to start upgrading your HVAC system? Contact CORE’s Energy Concierge team to explore your options HERE.
Want to learn more about heat pumps? Read the full blog post
HERE.
Energy Spotlight: Heat Pumps for Every Season
When Eric Wiseman and his family remodeled their 1970s home, they wanted to create a space that felt future-proof without sacrificing comfort or cutting corners. With support from CORE through education, guidance, and rebates, the family installed an electric heat pump system designed to provide efficient, year-round comfort for their nearly 3,000-square-foot home.
The new zoned system allows different areas of the house to heat and cool independently while improving indoor air quality during wildfire season and smoke events. For Eric, one of the biggest takeaways was realizing that energy-efficient upgrades did not mean compromising comfort, performance, or livability.
Upcoming Events
The Green Expo, CORE's Annual Event, returns on Friday, September 11, at Aspen Meadows, bringing together sustainable businesses, products, and services from across the Roaring Fork Valley and beyond. This free, half-day event will inspire community members to explore practical solutions to reduce carbon emissions.
We’re seeking exhibitors that are doing meaningful work in energy, electrification, and sustainable building for The Green Expo.
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