The Northwest Colorado Energy Initiative, a program under the Associated Governments of Northwest Colorado, received a $75,000 Energy Communities Alliance Grant. Northwest Colorado is one of only five regions in the country to receive this funding, according to a news release from the AGNC.

“This award builds on the foundation we’ve established, positioning Colorado as a leader in energy-transition strategies,” said Matt Solomon, project manager for NCEI.

The grant will enable NCEI to launch its next phase of work, focusing on creating a regional coalition and fostering collaboration across multiple states. This phase includes the develop.m.ent of a multistate stakeholder map that will connect local governments, private industries, educational institutions and community organizations, ensuring coordinated efforts to strengthen the workforce and stabilize the tax base.