Southwest Energy Efficiency Project (SWEEP)

Changes to Arizona law could impact historic neighborhoods Arizona lawmakers passed a bill out of committee to exempt designated historic districts from a new state law that mandates "middle housing" in single-family zones.

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New Colorado Data Center Bill Provides Consumer, Environmental Protections With Guardrails for Responsible Development - Western Resource Advocates Measure to Ensure Accountability for Large-Load Data Centers (SB26-102) requires developers to use and develop renewable energy, pay for the full cost of their electricity and any grid investments the...

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Legislation Introduced to Ensure Common-Sense Guardrails on Data Centers in Colorado CO advocates voice support for bill that would protect communities and the environment

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In the UK, they are building infrastructure so that an electric car can charge as fast as a traditional gasoline/"petrol" vehicle would 'fill up'. That is a good example of making EVs more appealing to the general public. Right now, only home owners can really take advantage. Charging solves that.

How much will electric vehicles benefit Arizona? It depends on how well we plan | ASU News Electric vehicles are cheaper to refuel and more reliable in the long run than gas-powered cars and trucks.Experts predict that it’s only a matter of time until most vehicles on the road are electric....

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Trump to repeal endangerment finding Thursday The White House calls it the “largest deregulatory action in American history.”

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Customers, don’t expect electric bill relief in 2026: ‘The cake is baked.’ Energy affordability has long been a problem for the poorest Americans, but now middle-income families are starting to feel the squeeze.

We need #energyefficiency measures NOW MORE THAN EVER. www.utilitydive.com/news/custome...

Thanks to the over 40 local organizations who joined us this afternoon to learn about upcoming legislation to address Colorado's housing shortage and affordability crisis and save Coloradans money on housing. @sweep2001.bsky.social

DRCOG using $200M federal grant to cut Denver-area emissions with heat pumps The Denver Regional Council of Governments will use a $200 million federal grant to provide incentives for people to replace fossil-fuel-fired heating and cooling with heat pumps.

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Volkswagen unveils game-changing EV model with impressive features — here are the details Volkswagen has released its new ID.UNYX 08 electric crossover for the Chinese market, featuring an ultra-fast charging 800V system architecture.

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It’s official! The Clear Horizons Act (SB18) has been introduced in the '26 NM legislative session. This bill is about protecting NM families from rising costs, holding major polluters accountable & planning ahead for a healthier, more stable future. #ClearHorizonsNM #nmleg

New Mexico Takes Action to Reduce Vehicle Pollution New Program Will Help New Mexico Shift to Cleaner and More Affordable Transportation Fuels

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New Mexico to roll out clean fuels marketplace April 1 The new clean fuel program, in which makers of lower carbon intensity fuels earn credits, is the first in the Southwest.

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Op-ed: The time is now to speak out against the latest APS rate hike While many Arizonans have struggled to pay the bills, APS’s parent company made over $600 million in profit last year.

A Phoenix grandmother shares a story of having to choose between paying for electricity, buying food, or medical care. After many @apsfyi.bsky.social hikes, her winter bill jumped $23→$45 and summer $52→$156 — and now the utility is asking for another 14% increase. bit.ly/3YOsoJr

Rolling Back Fuel Economy Standards Means Higher Costs for Drivers, and a Worsening Climate - CleanTechnica Support CleanTechnica's work through a Substack subscription or on Stripe. By Josh Valentine & Travis Madsen, SWEEP Even as the Trump administration cranks up the volume on “affordability,” it is quie...

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The Trump administration is quietly moving to dismantle one of the most effective consumer protection policies in transportation: federal fuel economy standards. swenergy.org/rolling-back-fuel-economy-standards-means-higher-costs-for-drivers-and-a-worsening-climate

From federal funding cuts to policy rollbacks, it’s without a doubt been a very challenging year for #energyefficiency advocates. But despite it all, we continued to make progress at the state and local levels across the Southwest. 🌎 swenergy.org/top-12-2025

From patchwork to progress: How Colorado sparked the Southwest’s energy code revolution  - Southwest Energy Efficiency Project December 18, 2025 | Robin Yochum, Buildings Program Associate, SWEEP

"The lesson for the entire Southwest is clear: modern energy codes are the most powerful tool for rapidly reducing energy consumption and GHG emissions in the built environment while improving both health and comfort," writes @sweep2001.bsky.social: www.swenergy.org/from-patchwo... 🔌💡

When utility regulators celebrate proposals before review, Arizonans lose trust Arizona utility commissioners are celebrating proposals before reviewing evidence, undermining trust in the regulatory process

Cheering utility proposals before review damages trust and risks locking Arizona into higher costs and fossil fuel dependence. The state needs transparent oversight, public input, and clean energy standards that put health, equity, and affordability first. azmirror.com/2025/12/12/w...

Public Pressure Builds Over Utility Costs Nationwide Across the country, commissions are fielding protests, rejecting hikes and debating rate freezes all while rents and other bills continue to climb.

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If Colorado continues to take action, families will spend less on energy, and fewer homes will struggle with high energy bills. READ: swenergy.org/new-analysis-shows-colorado-can-meet-emissions-reduction-goals-save-coloradans-money

The Hot Water Innovation Prize intends to reward Participants that develop innovative split system HPWHs and bring the technology to market. Check it out! installers.hotwatersolutionsnw.org/hot-water-in...

The Colorado day of giving is TODAY! www.swenergy.org/donate/

Energy efficiency flounders under Trump’s ‘dominance’ agenda Arizona regulators are the latest Republican officials to take an ax to programs that help people and businesses use less energy.

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Arizona Corporation Commission cuts proven efficiency programs, undermining grid reliability and customer savings - Southwest Energy Efficiency Project

The ACC slashed APS’s energy efficiency budget by 50%. Programs that cut bills, ease grid strain, & help Arizona grow? Gone. Every APS measure was cost-effective & the Commission offered zero analysis to justify these cuts. swenergy.org/arizona-corporation-commission-cuts-proven-efficiency-programs

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PUC finalizes plans to push natural gas out of Colorado home heating to hit 100% decarbonization Colorado officials are making another major push toward electrification of home heating and deep cuts to carbon from natural gas, despite consumer cost concerns and the Trump administration’s attempt ...

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Today is #GivingTuesday and, if you're like us, you know we're living in a climate emergency. 🌎 SWEEP appreciates any donation that helps us make more progress on cleaning our air, saving on energy, and helping Southwest communities. THANK YOU! swenergy.org/donate

Colorado opens program offering up to $14,000 per household for heat pumps, stoves and home energy upgrades Here’s who qualifies the discounts and how to get them.

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SWEEP’s Housing Forward Colorado campaign is seeking a Contract Organizer to help expand and diversify grassroots support for pro-housing reforms in Denver and other communities along the Front Range. JOIN US! swenergy.org/jobs