CoPIRG highlights state’s e-bike leadership as National Drive Electric Week kicks off
New analysis finds Colorado leading the way in advancing e-bike options.
2023 State of E-Bikes in Colorado
E-bikes are a practical, fun, and healthy option that can improve our state’s air quality by offering a zero-emission alternative to car trips. They are also an increasingly common sight across the state, as Colorado emerges as a leading state for increasing access to e-bike ownership and usage. Our new report finds Colorado has set the bar nationally in funding, education, and research and data collection contributing to growing e-bike ownership.
Colorado launches statewide e-bike rebate program today
Colorado tackles air pollution with statewide e-bike rebate
Colorado tackles air pollution with statewide e-bike rebate August 16; qualified residents can earn $1500 incentives on electric bike purchases.
Governor announces incentives for electric lawn equipment, cars and e-bikes
A new tax credit package will make it easier for more Coloradans to transition to electric bikes, cars and lawn and garden equipment.
Denver’s e-bike program continues to be in high demand
The city's first edition of an E-bike rebate program was in such high demand that they were forced to shift to a monthly voucher release.
Gov declares ‘CO E-bike Day’ as state ranks #1 nationally in public funding for electric bike programs
As electric bikes become a more common sight on our streets, Colorado has emerged as a leader nationally in public funding for electric bike rebate programs. Public health advocate Alex Simon teamed up with bicycle experts from Bicycle Colorado to host a panel highlighting the impacts of electric bikes and the policies driving them forward.
‘Colorado E-Bike Day’ and successful rebates programs celebrated at CoPIRG event
Gov declares ‘CO E-bike Day’ as state ranks #1 nationally in public funding for electric bike programs
Colorado is #1 nationally in public funding for electric bike programs, opening up new transportation options for residents and business owners statewide. Learn more about how electric bikes are proving to be a game changing transportation strategy for our health and climate with insights from government leaders alongside stories from individuals who have purchased e-bikes through Denver’s highly successful rebate program.
Gov declares ‘CO E-bike Day’ as state ranks #1 nationally in public funding for electric bike programs
CoPIRG and Bicycle Colorado led the effort to declare Sep 21, 2022 as “Colorado E-bike Day." The state is number one nationally in public funding for e-bike rebate programs, expanding access to a clean transportation option that was already becoming a more common sight following the pandemic surge in biking. The $12 million dollars included in a clean air package passed this spring and signed by Governor Jared Polis builds on the momentum of a City of Denver e-bike rebate program that has been wildly popular, distributing rebates to over 3,500 recipients since the program began in April.
