Located near Centura Health in Avon right off of I-70. An innovative natural science learning campus for residents and visitors of the Eagle Valley. Free and open to the public.

318 Walking Mountains Lane, Avon, CO 81620

Located at the top of the Eagle Bahn Gondola on Vail Mountain out of Lionshead Village, Vail. All visitors must have a pass to ride the gondola. Free and open to the public with valid gondola pass.
Nestled along Gore Creek near the Betty Ford Alpine Garden and Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater in Vail Village.
601 Vail Valley Drive, Vail, CO 81657

Sustainability

Flames in the Anthropocene: Wildfires and Climate Change

Posted by Gina McCrackin on Jul 15, 2024 11:46:50 AM
Anthropocene: defined as the current geological age, viewed as the period during which human activity has been the dominant influence on climate and the environment. Some geologists argue that the..
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Topics: Climate Action Collaborative, Climate Action Plan

Local emissions rise 6%. To meet climate action goals we must do more.

Posted by Will Barror on Apr 15, 2024 11:27:43 AM
The Climate Action Collaborative for Eagle County Communities and Eagle County have released the 2022 Eagle County Energy Inventory, which states that greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions rose 6% in 2022..
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Topics: Climate Action Plan

Don't Just Celebrate this Earth Day, Take Action!

Posted by Elizabeth Baer on Apr 15, 2024 11:21:07 AM
Earth Day, celebrated annually on April 22nd, is a holiday dedicated to spreading awareness and celebrating the progress of environmental protections. Earth Daytraces its history back to the late..
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Topics: Climate Action Collaborative, Sustainability Tips

Inspiring Action: Join us for Climate Action Week 2024

Posted by Gina McCrackin on Mar 18, 2024 3:40:50 PM
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Topics: Climate Action Collaborative, Sustainability Tips

Sustainable Spring Cleaning

Posted by Elizabeth Baer on Mar 18, 2024 3:20:40 PM
With snow flurrying outside and the sidewalks still icy, it’s hard to imagine that spring is right around the corner. Nonetheless the season of new growth is on the way and many of us may be inspired..
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Topics: Sustainability Tips

Stay Warm & Save Money This Winter

Posted by Will Barror on Feb 20, 2024 8:58:00 AM
Feeling colder than normal? Heating bills going through the roof? Aside from lighting the couch on fire, are you struggling to keep your house warm? Well you’re in luck! Walking Mountains and Energy..
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Topics: Energy Smart, Climate Action Collaborative

Sustainable Valentine's Day

Posted by Elizabeth Baer on Feb 14, 2024 8:23:44 AM
It's Valentine's Day and while this column might not usually give relationship advice, this month we have tips on how to show your love for the most special someone of all: the planet!
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Topics: Sustainability Tips

Inspiring Sustainability through the Climate Speaker Series

Posted by Gina McCrackin on Jan 16, 2024 8:57:30 AM
A dwindling snowpack, increased drought and heat, and inequitable access to resources like safe drinking water are just a few examples of the social and environmental impacts of climate change on our..
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Topics: Climate Action Collaborative, Center For Sustainability

Stories from our Zero-Waste Heros

Posted by Emily Dennis on Jan 11, 2024 10:43:40 AM
If you’ve attended an event in Eagle County, you probably caught a glimpse of the Walking Mountains’ zero waste team in action. Made up of hardworking contract staff and volunteer members from our..
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Topics: Sustainability Tips, Zero Waste

Climate Action Collaborative: 2023 in Review

Posted by Will Barror on Dec 13, 2023 9:16:08 AM
Last December I shared 22 climate wins in 2022 that the Climate Action Collaborative (CAC) and our partners achieved. For brevity, I’ll spare readers from a list of 23 climate wins in 2023. Instead,..
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Topics: Climate Action Collaborative