ICAST

ICAST is a nonprofit organization specializing in retrofitting and rehabilitating multifamily housing properties, focusing on improving energy efficiency and reducing operating costs. Their core services include general contracting for projects that range from major rehabs to minor renovations, specifically tailored for multifamily housing. ICAST helps property owners access federal, state, and local incentives and utility programs, facilitating the adoption of energy-efficient equipment and technologies while minimizing tenant disruption during upgrades. Their approach integrates funding sources to bridge financing gaps and leverages national buying power to lower equipment costs for apartment communities. The types of buildings served by ICAST include conventional multifamily housing, naturally occurring affordable housing (NOAH) typically comprising smaller properties with 5 to 64 units, and other multifamily apartment communities. Their work involves a variety of building types such as mid-rise apartments exemplified by projects like Greenleaf Apartments in Aurora, Colorado, and larger complexes such as Westlake in Salt Lake County, Utah. ICAST’s retrofit services cover improvements such as HVAC system replacements, window upgrades, insulation, lighting enhancements, and plumbing and electrical system modernizations. Their services effectively support property operations by enhancing building performance and occupant comfort. ICAST operates through a network of eight affiliates providing energy-efficiency services in four states and seven cities, with specific projects highlighted in locations including Aurora, Colorado, Salt Lake County, Utah, and Ogden, Utah. They concentrate on serving markets where naturally affordable multifamily units face significant challenges in energy efficiency upgrades. For further details on their services and projects, visit their website at https://www.icastusa.org.