Fort Collins is working toward zero carbon emissions from all new buildings by 2030. The Path to Zero Carbon New Construction adapts the building energy code, putting us on a trajectory to more comfortable, healthy, climate resilient new homes and buildings that lower energy costs and have zero carbon emissions.
New building codes will be updated every 3 years to reduce energy use and cut carbon emissions—moving step by step toward the 2030 code year goal.
Building Industry Scholarship – Now Available!
To support this transition, Fort Collins is offering scholarships to help people and businesses:
- Learn about energy efficiency, high-performance, and zero-energy buildings.
- Get training on electrification technologies.
- Build a skilled, local workforce for the future.
Scholarship Details
Who can apply?
- Individuals or Businesses in the Building Industry
How much is offered?
- Individuals: Up to $2,000
- Businesses: Up to $4,000 per year
What can it cover?
- One course per application - you can apply for multiple courses
How to apply?
Questions?
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Training & Certification Opportunities
Here are some popular programs the scholarship can help pay for:
Scholarships are also available for other related courses, not just these.
Hear from Past Scholarship Recipients
"I highly recommend Emu Passive's bootcamp for Certified Passive House Tradesperson. They offer a fun learning environment led by experienced individuals who train both in the classroom and in the field with a hands-on application to practice the passive house techniques firsthand. The course allowed me to expand my knowledge of passive house construction and bring that focus back to my business. Thanks to the City of Fort Collins for providing the Building Industry Scholarship which paid for my certification so that I can give back to our community."
— Karen R., Building Wellness LLC
"The scholarship helped our team attend a training we didn’t know existed. We now better understand energy-efficient building practices and new code requirements."
— Aaron F., Impact Development Builders
"The program gave me real skills I’m using to improve how we build homes."
— Sara C., Fort Collins Habitat for Humanity
"I am really grateful to the City of Fort Collins for the streamlined scholarship application process for the Passive House Class. Applying was easy and quick decision was delivered. Communication was outstanding! I appreciate the City of Fort Collins helping to advance my learning on the advantages of Passive House Construction and how it might allow us to build homes a better way going forward."
— Todd S., Hammersmith Structures