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Suncor’s Refinery Has Been Around Since the 1930s, and Commerce City Residents Are Ready to Move On

Suncor’s Refinery Has Been Around Since the 1930s, and Commerce City Residents Are Ready to Move On

By Catie CheshireApril 4, 2023

The controversial refinery has existed for longer than the town itself – and activists are ready to put an end to a decades-long history of pollution.

McWhinney-Backed Fracking Project in Loveland Pulls Out, the Other Moves Forward

McWhinney-Backed Fracking Project in Loveland Pulls Out, the Other Moves Forward

By Catie CheshireMarch 30, 2023

Because of interest in its Centerra South development, MRG – the McWhinney-owned entity overseeing two fracking pads in Loveland – withdrew one permit.

Are Wolves an Experimental Population? The Answer Could Affect Reintroduction

Are Wolves an Experimental Population? The Answer Could Affect Reintroduction

By Catie CheshireMarch 8, 2023

Another chance to howl! U.S. Fish and Wildlife accepting comments on a proposed change to the endangered designation

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“Western Water Girl” Uses TikTok to Make a Splash on Colorado Water Issues

By Catie CheshireMarch 3, 2023

Teal Lehto, westernwatergirl on TikTok, candidly informs viewers about water issues in the West because she knows social media can create change.

Jefferson County Finds Itself Up a Tree Over Controversial Forest-Thinning Practices

By Catie CheshireMarch 1, 2023

Jefferson County is cutting down trees to prevent fires, but some advocates and scientists are hot on research that shows there are better ways.

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.

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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.

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.

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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.

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?

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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.

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,

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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.

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.

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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.

Environmental Justice Task Force Finalizes Recommendations for State

By Catie CheshireNovember 13, 2022

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

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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.

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