Serving the southwestern United States in solving complex energy, air pollution, and decarbonization challenges since 2001 by leading the effort to advance energy efficiency in the utilities, buildings, transportation, and industrial sectors.

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January 16 , 2026 · by SWEEP

SWEEP announces Buildings Program Director transition

Jim Meyers steps down after nearly 17 years, Robin Yochum takes the helm

January 14 , 2026 · by SWEEP

Colorado at a crossroads: Why smart growth beats sprawl

The question before us is not about whether we will grow, but how we grow. January 14, 2026Caroline Leland,...

January 07 , 2026 · by SWEEP

Rolling back fuel economy standards means higher costs for drivers, and a worsening climate

January 7, 2026 | Josh Valentine & Travis Madsen ———————————————————- Even as the Trump administration cranks up the volume...

December 22 , 2025 · by SWEEP

Progress against the odds: SWEEP’s top 12 energy efficiency wins of 2025

December 22, 2025 | SWEEP Staff ———————————————————- From federal funding cuts to policy rollbacks, it’s without a doubt been...

December 18 , 2025 · by SWEEP

From patchwork to progress: How Colorado sparked the Southwest’s energy code revolution 

December 18, 2025 | Robin Yochum, Buildings Program Associate, SWEEP ———————————————————- Buildings account for nearly 40% of U.S. energy...

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SWEEP promotes the improvement of utility energy efficiency programs, beneficial electrification, sustainable building codes and regulations, and the advancement of clean transportation in the Southwest. In addition, we advocate for energy equity in vulnerable communities and cost savings for homeowners and commuters through data driven decarbonization solutions.

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About SWEEP

The Southwest Energy Efficiency Project (SWEEP) is a public-interest organization promoting greater energy efficiency and clean transportation in Arizona, Colorado, Nevada, New Mexico, Utah, and Wyoming. For over two decades, SWEEP’s work has dictated and supported the Southwest region’s forward-thinking progress in advancing energy efficiency and electric vehicles.