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Impending Bill Digs Into Problems With Colorado’s Environmental Permitting Process

Impending Bill Digs Into Problems With Colorado’s Environmental Permitting Process

By Catie CheshireFebruary 27, 2023

Under the bill, which targets “minor sources” of ozone, state agencies would have to consider the cumulative impacts of their operations.

100 Days Out From Ozone Season, Moms Offer Solutions to the Legislature

By Catie CheshireFebruary 22, 2023

Colorado Mountain Mamas and CoPIRG used an art installation to bring attention to ozone issues at the state capitol.

Conservation in the West Poll 2023: Worries About Water, Desire to Protect Public Lands

Conservation in the West Poll 2023: Worries About Water, Desire to Protect Public Lands

By Catie CheshireFebruary 17, 2023

The 2023 Conservation in the West Poll by the State of the Rockies project found Western Americans, including Coloradans, consistently support the outdoors.

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Butterfly Pavilion Rallies Aspiring Pollinator Gardeners for Boot Camp

By Conor McCormick-CavanaghFebruary 15, 2023

Patios and balconies are perfect environments for pollinator-friendly gardens.

New Study Explores Costs Versus Benefits of Oil and Gas Industry in Colorado

New Study Explores Costs Versus Benefits of Oil and Gas Industry in Colorado

By Catie CheshireJanuary 12, 2023

New study quantifies the costs and benefits.

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Cooking With Gas? You May Want to Hear About Health Concerns and Rebates

By Catie CheshireJanuary 5, 2023

Gas stoves can cause negative health impacts, especially for children.

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The Ten Biggest Colorado Environment Stories of 2022

The Ten Biggest Colorado Environment Stories of 2022

By Catie CheshireDecember 28, 2022

What was in the air this year?

Your Latest Denver Utility Bill: The Xact Opposite of Xcelling

Your Latest Denver Utility Bill: The Xact Opposite of Xcelling

By Catie CheshireDecember 22, 2022

Have you tried to decipher your latest outrageous Xcel bill? We have, too, and now we’d like to Xpel Xcel from our lives.

Environmental Groups to Air Quality Control Commission: Ozone Plan Misses the Mark

Environmental Groups to Air Quality Control Commission: Ozone Plan Misses the Mark

By Catie CheshireDecember 21, 2022

The air won’t get cleaner without bold change, environmental groups say.

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Compost Colorado Wants to Bring Organic Waste Full Circle at a New Globeville Facility

Compost Colorado Wants to Bring Organic Waste Full Circle at a New Globeville Facility

By Noah KaplanDecember 20, 2022

Santa’s got a brand-new bag,

Err Quality Commission? Data Mistake Inspires Push for Stronger Ozone Mandates

Err Quality Commission? Data Mistake Inspires Push for Stronger Ozone Mandates

By Catie CheshireDecember 6, 2022

Environmental and local government groups are pushing for a bolder plan.

As CU Hosts Global Climate Summit, Students Renew Call for Fossil Fuel Divestment

As CU Hosts Global Climate Summit, Students Renew Call for Fossil Fuel Divestment

By Catie CheshireDecember 1, 2022

Students will rally on December 2.

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Xcel Will Give Customers a Break Next Month, Then Ramp Up Gas Bills

Xcel Will Give Customers a Break Next Month, Then Ramp Up Gas Bills

By Catie CheshireNovember 27, 2022

Ups and downs.

Wolf Reintroduction Draft Plan Release Set for December 9

Wolf Reintroduction Draft Plan Release Set for December 9

By Catie CheshireNovember 25, 2022

Colorado Parks and Wildlife must implement the plan by the end of 2023.

Denver Museum of Nature & Science Dives Into Colorado’s Water Scene

Denver Museum of Nature & Science Dives Into Colorado’s Water Scene

By Catie CheshireNovember 25, 2022

Tune in every Wednesday.

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Environmental Justice Task Force Finalizes Recommendations for State

By Catie CheshireNovember 13, 2022

“We are fortunate enough to get to plant the seed.”

Clean Water Act Turns Fifty, but Protections Could Dry Up

By Catie CheshireOctober 29, 2022

Colorado’s waterways contain at least 1.3 million pounds of toxic chemicals.

Five Things Joe Biden Should Know About Camp Hale and Leadville

Five Things Joe Biden Should Know About Camp Hale and Leadville

By Catie CheshireOctober 11, 2022

Enjoy the history, Mr. President!

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Xcel Asking Public Utilities Commission to Raise Gas Rates. Here’s Why

Xcel Asking Public Utilities Commission to Raise Gas Rates. Here’s Why

By Catie CheshireOctober 10, 2022

How much was your bill last month?

Colorado Chemistry Professor Could Change the Future of Plastics

Colorado Chemistry Professor Could Change the Future of Plastics

By Catie CheshireOctober 4, 2022

Wei Zhang and his team found a way to make plastic fully recyclable.

Broomfield Fires Back at Arvada, Jefferson County Lawsuit Over Jefferson Parkway

Broomfield Fires Back at Arvada, Jefferson County Lawsuit Over Jefferson Parkway

By Catie CheshireOctober 4, 2022

The JPPHA has yet to meet…much less act.

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EPA Meeting Focuses on Health Risks Near Terumo BCT Facility in Lakewood

EPA Meeting Focuses on Health Risks Near Terumo BCT Facility in Lakewood

By Catie CheshireSeptember 23, 2022

Those living near the facility have elevated cancer risk.

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