Environmental Quality Commission Meeting Date: November 18, 2026
To: Environmental Quality Commission
From: Sara Pabich, Sustainability Coordinator
Title
2027 Energy Rebate Program Updates
Body
Action Requested:
Receive an update on Residential Rebate Program and Climate Champion Rebate.
Summary Report:
The City’s Residential Rebate Program provides incentives for qualifying homeowners to make eligible energy efficiency improvements by matching 50% of eligible Xcel Energy rebates, up to $2,500. The program is funded through the City’s Carbon Reduction Fund and has experienced strong demand, with available funding fully committed each year. The Climate Champion Rebate Program provides similar incentives for eligible businesses and is in the early stages of implementation.
In September, the Environmental Quality Commission (EQC) received a presentation on the City’s rebate programs and had an opportunity to discuss program participation, eligibility, eligible improvements, and funding. Building on those discussions, staff have identified the following proposed program changes for EQC’s consideration. These changes are informed by participation data from 2024 and 2025, as well as feedback and discussion during the September presentation, and are intended to strengthen the programs and support their continued success.
City Plans & Policies Relevance:
Climate Action Plan
Alternative Options:
NA
Financial Impacts:
NA
Tentative Timelines:
September 16, 2026 - EQC received presentation and provided recommendations
November 18, 2026 - EQC receives update on program changes
December - Update program guidelines by December 2026
January 1, 2027 - Program Rollout