Electrification & Efficiency
Energy Efficient & High Performance Buildings
While switching to renewable energy ensures we are powering our buildings with clean sources, more efficient energy use reduces the amount of energy we need in the first place. The City aims to reduce energy consumption across all buildings by 10% by 2030.
Improved energy efficiency can be achieved through:
- Better insulation of the entire building envelope
- High-efficiency lighting
- Higher-efficiency heating and cooling systems, like heat pumps
Renewable Energy
Optimizing Local Solar Production
Charlottesville can further its transition to carbon-free electricity and significantly reduce its GHG emissions reductions by installing renewable energy systems onsite. These systems offer community benefits including carbon reduction, improved air quality, reduced reliance on the electricity grid, and lower utility bills. The City is aiming to install 10% of Charlottesville's rooftop solar potential by 2030. As of 2021, it is estimated that less than 3% of Charlottesville's rooftop solar capacity has been installed.
To get a sense of how much solar power potential exists on rooftops in Charlottesville, explore the City's interactive map. Click on a property to see more details about annual power potential and electric bill savings.
What You Can Do
Drive the Transition to Renewable Energy & Efficient Buildings
