The Town of Telluride, in partnership with EcoAction Partners, is now accepting pre-applications for Telluride Green Grants, a grant program that supports businesses and residents in reducing their carbon footprints to help meet the goals of the Town of Telluride’s Climate Action Plan.
Donor Name: Town of Telluride
State: Colorado
County: All Counties
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 11/10/2023
Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000
Grant Duration: 1 Year
Details:
Green Grants support discrete projects that deliver measurable greenhouse gas reduction for the Telluride community. Examples of projects may include energy and water efficiency upgrades, renewable energy installations, and more. All projects must be tangible, provide measurable greenhouse gas reduction through decreased electrical and fossil fuel use, and have a lifespan of no less than 5 years.
Program Goals
To help meet the goals of the Town of Telluride’s Climate Action Plan to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 70% by 2030 and 94% by 2040, using 2010 as a baseline, through energy efficiency, renewable energy, water use efficiency, and other innovative means.
Objectives
Telluride Green Grants support projects that meet the following objectives for the Town of Telluride:
- Measurably reduce greenhouse gas emissions associated with the Town of Telluride community.
- Decrease energy and/or water consumption within or associated with the Town of Telluride.
- Promote waste reduction, energy efficiency, water efficiency, and renewable energy systems.
- Leverage rebates and other funding sources.
- Promote environmental and economic sustainability.
- Increase public awareness on the benefits of energy efficiency, water use efficiency, renewable energy, and GHG reduction.
Funding Information
Telluride Green Grants for 2024 can range from $500 to $40,000.
Grant Period
Projects that have approvals and can be completed within 12 months.
Eligible Applicants
Eligible applicants are private businesses, non-profit organizations, government entities, and individuals residing or working within the Town of Telluride.
Criteria
- Environmental benefit — Projects must provide measurable greenhouse gas emission reductions (using standard EPA protocols) and have low negative impact on surrounding natural resources.
- Cost effectiveness — Projects should be financially sustainable. (Projects with matching funds and/or private investment are highly encouraged.)
- Public Visibility and Education — Projects that increase public awareness and understanding of greenhouse gases and energy related issues are encouraged. Public projects must be willing to visibly promote the Telluride Green Grants Program through posting information, Telluride logo, certificate, etc.
- Community Benefit — Projects with benefits that accrue to a larger portion of the Telluride community and not just the grantee.
- Community Assistance — Projects that benefit those who are least able to afford high energy costs (seniors, low income) are encouraged.
- Innovation and/or Unique Opportunity — Projects should attempt to use the most innovative designs available. Projects should also take advantage of local resources and circumstantial opportunities as available.
- Technology — Projects can support proven technologies and designs or new technology that is suitable for the region.
For more information, visit Town of Telluride .
