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Donald Trump Taps Coloradan Chris Wright as Energy Secretary

Donald Trump Taps Coloradan Chris Wright as Energy Secretary

By Patricia CalhounNovember 16, 2024

The Liberty Energy CEO’s campaign mocking North Face went global three years ago.

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Opinion: Lakewood Cries Foul Over New Ordinance While Ignoring Own Laws for Years

By Regina HopkinsNovember 16, 2024

Residents are pushing a petition that’s “a victory for preserving open space, reflecting the community’s desire to protect Lakewood’s character and environment.”

men and a wolfe

Agricultural Producers Petition CPW to Pause Wolf Introduction, Citing High Conflict Rate With Wildlife

By Catie CheshireNovember 15, 2024

The Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission has yet to make a decision about the petition.

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Solar panels on a home in Denver, Colorado.

Some Xcel Customers Can’t Turn on Their Solar Panels

By Catie CheshireOctober 15, 2024

“I can only imagine what it must be for one of these customers who are sitting with the system on their roof for more than a year, and they just can’t turn it on.”

yellow jack wasp nest

Are You Noticing More Wasps and Black Widows in Denver This Year?

By Catie CheshireSeptember 30, 2024

“They can’t find the insects that they normally eat as easily in the natural areas, so what do they do? They turn to our urban areas.”

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Denver Slaughterhouse Fined $119,000 for Toxic Chemical Risks

By Hannah MetzgerSeptember 27, 2024

Superior Farms was penalized by the EPA as a ballot initiative seeks to ban such slaughterhouses from Denver.

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Instead of an Irrigation Bonanza, the High Line Canal Became a Recreational Treasure

By Bennito L. KeltySeptember 18, 2024

The plan to irrigate 120,000 acres of farmland dried up, but the project created 71 miles of trail in a metro area thirsty for outdoor opportunities.

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Analysis: Wildfires Can Create Their Own Weather, Including Tornado-Like Fire Whirls

By Kyle HilburnAugust 24, 2024

Heat waves and drought risk have been increasing in North America, with rising global temperatures leaving dry landscapes and forests primed to burn.

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Parks & Rec Plans to Plant Trees, Repair Sports Courts and Buy Land With Legacy Fund

By Catie CheshireAugust 22, 2024

In the last five years, the fund has generated over $267 million for the city park system.

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A grassland lies heavily half burnt around houses.

Boulder County Homes Survive Despite “Wall of Flames” in Stone Canyon

By Bennito L. KeltyAugust 9, 2024

“Every time I saw a big black plume of smoke, I just thought, ‘That’s my house.’ It was very, very surreal.”

Quarry Fire burns in Deer Creek Canyon

Colorado Wildfire Map: Front Range, Western Slope and San Juan National Forest Fighting Blazes

By Thomas MitchellAugust 6, 2024

As wildfires burn across the Front Range, here is an updated map of Colorado blazes this summer.

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Ashes to Ashes: What Do You Take When You’re Fleeing a Wildfire?

By Robin ChotzinoffAugust 4, 2024

Colorado is suffering through another long, hot summer that’s burning through memories.

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Planes, Helicopters Battle Quarry Wildfire in Jefferson County

By Evan SemonAugust 1, 2024

Despite airborne firefighting efforts, the Quarry fire remained at 0 percent containment Thursday morning.

forest fire blaze

Trees Don’t Like to Breathe Wildire Smoke, Either – and They Hold Their Breath to Avoid It

By Delphine Farmer and Mj RichesJuly 30, 2024

When smoke is in the air, doctors urge people to stay indoors. But what happens to trees and other plants that can’t escape?

Colorado Investing in Wildlife Crossings Along Front Range Corridor

Colorado Investing in Wildlife Crossings Along Front Range Corridor

By Catie CheshireJuly 5, 2024

Across the state, wildlife-vehicle collisions are estimated to cost $80 million a year.

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Denver trash, recycle and compost bins

This Stinks! Five Points Residents With Compost Carts Call the Program a Flop

By Catie CheshireJune 12, 2024

“Anyone that’s paying attention, I think would realize that this program is not a success.”

Heat pumps in basement

Xcel Clean Heat Plan Nears Approval, Would Spur Electrification in Colorado

By Catie CheshireJune 10, 2024

Environmental groups are pleased that the plan doesn’t rely on certified natural gas and hydrogen, with rebates coming for electric heat pumps.

Environmental Groups File Notice to Sue Suncor Oil Refinery

Environmental Groups File Notice to Sue Suncor Oil Refinery

By Catie CheshireJune 6, 2024

The plaintiffs have documented over 9,000 violations of emissions requirements over the last five years.

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Denver Rises on U.S. News Best Places to Live List but Rates Just Fourth in Colorado

By Michael RobertsMay 21, 2024

After falling from 2nd place in 2020 to 99th (ow!) last year, the Mile High City now ranks 40th best.

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Denver’s New Compost Carts Are Rolling Out Slowly

By Catie CheshireMay 16, 2024

Only 12,000 people have received bins since the program started in January, and Denver City Council wants to know why.

Silver electronic vehicle charges

Denver Ranks Second in Country for Clean Energy

By Catie CheshireMay 2, 2024

High scores in eco-friendly building policy and electronic vehicle charging helped Denver move up in the national ranking.

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Mountain and tree views on the Colorado Trail near Kenosha Pass.

You’re Not Imagining It: Climate Change Is Making Allergies Worse

By Catie CheshireApril 26, 2024

Allergies are hitting harder and lasting longer as higher temperatures allow pollen and weeds to flourish.

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