Avon’s electric utility
According to the Colorado Energy Office’s utility-territory map, Avon is served by Holy Cross Energy, an electric cooperative that banks exported solar as kWh credits that offset later use one-for-one.
As always, the utility printed on your bill beats any map; we verify it by address before quoting.
Sun, snow and terrain in Avon
High-elevation homes like those in Avon (~7,910 ft) see excellent summer production and tougher winters: snow shedding, structural snow loads and terrain shade drive the design, and backup power is often the headline benefit.
Who approves solar in Avon
Who issues a solar permit in Avon depends on local arrangements — some Colorado towns run their own building departments, others rely on the county, and electrical permits in many small jurisdictions come from the State Electrical Board. We confirm and file with the right one.
Where Avon sits
Its population grew about 1.9% between 2020 and 2025 (6,068 → 6,184). It ranks #3 by population among the communities in Eagle County, and its nearest neighbors are Vail (8 mi), Minturn (10 mi), Red Cliff (12 mi).
Our crews are based in Denver, roughly 81 straight-line miles away. That keeps site visits and follow-up simple.
FAQ
Questions we hear
Who is the electric utility in Avon, Colorado?
The Colorado Energy Office territory map shows Holy Cross Energy. Confirm with the name on your bill — we verify by address.
How does Holy Cross Energy credit solar exports?
In short, it banks exported solar as kWh credits that offset later use one-for-one. Rules change, so we pull the current tariff for every proposal — see our utility guide for details.
How much will panels produce in Avon?
Well-placed Colorado arrays typically produce roughly 1,300–1,600 kWh per kW each year (NREL PVWatts). Enter your address in our Solar Studio for an hour-by-hour estimate at your exact location.
Who installs solar in Eagle County?
We do, with our own crews — no subcontractors — including in Avon. Permits and utility paperwork are part of the job.