Commercial Energy in Denver, CO

Commercial electricity in Denver averages approximately 10.8¢/kWh based on Colorado state data (EIA 2025 commercial sector averages). Your actual rate depends on your utility rate schedule, demand charges, power factor, and in deregulated markets, your chosen retail supplier. Contact Xcel Energy or a licensed energy broker for current quotes.

The primary commercial electric utility in Denver is Xcel Energy (Public Service Company of Colorado). Denver operates under a regulated utility structure — Xcel Energy supplies electricity at rates approved by the state public utilities commission.

Denver businesses are eligible for federal incentives including the 30% Investment Tax Credit (ITC) for solar and battery storage, the 179D tax deduction (up to $5.36/sqft for energy-efficient commercial buildings), and the 40% bonus depreciation for qualifying equipment in 2026. Colorado state incentives through DSIRE apply. Your utility — Xcel Energy — may also offer direct rebates for qualifying commercial efficiency upgrades. Use our Incentive Finder for a personalized list.

Yes. Denver Building Performance Ordinance (BPO) applies to Buildings ≥25,000 sqft in Denver. Denver's Building Performance Ordinance (2021) applies to buildings ≥25,000 sqft. Buildings must meet energy performance standards requiring approximately 30% reduction in energy use intensity (EUI) by 2030 compared to a 2019 baseline. Non-compliance fines apply. Non-compliance can result in financial penalties. Work with a qualified energy auditor or consultant to assess your building's current performance and compliance pathway.

Yes. C-PACE (Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy) financing is available in Colorado. C-PACE allows Denver commercial property owners to finance energy efficiency, solar, storage, and resiliency improvements with repayment attached to the property via a special assessment — enabling 100% upfront financing with repayment spread over 10–30 years.