Gain Fame & Fun with Smart Commuting
Posted by
Walking Mountains Sustainability on Sep 8, 2020 11:47:00 AM
Interested in being part of the electric vehicle (EV) charge station network that is popping up like wildflowers across Colorado? Curious about offering your employees commuting options that will..
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Like a Pandemic, Climate Change will Disrupt Education Systems
Posted by
Paul Abling on Sep 3, 2020 7:30:00 AM
It’s no surprise at this point that this academic school year will be uncertain. Our local school district and teachers will undoubtedly make the best of what is a very difficult situation. Parents,..
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Topics: Climate Action Collaborative
Recycling Drop-sites in Eagle County
Posted by
Walking Mountains Sustainability on Aug 30, 2020 9:17:00 AM
Recycling is a great way to divert a lot of the waste from daily life that would normally end up in a landfill. There are recycling services in the valley that pick up paper, cardboard, and other..
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Topics: Sustainability Tips, Waste Update, Zero Waste
Since it began gaining popularity in the 70s, the phrase “Reduce, Reuse, Recycle” has become a common saying used in households across the country. This term was developed in response to fears..
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Topics: Sustainability Tips, Waste Update, Zero Waste
Why Are There Recycling Updates?
Posted by
Walking Mountains Sustainability on Aug 27, 2020 3:57:29 PM
Recycling is one of the most visible and accessible ways we can reduce our impact on the planet. Nearly everyone knows about recycling and we are all familiar with the famous “chasing arrows”..
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Topics: Sustainability Tips, Waste Update, Zero Waste
New Changes to Recycling in Eagle County
Posted by
Walking Mountains Sustainability on Aug 26, 2020 2:30:00 PM
Did you know that recycling rules can and do change? What is recyclable at your home in Vail may be a little different than at the free recycling drop site in Eagle, or in Denver, Dallas, or..
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Topics: Sustainability Tips, Waste Update, Zero Waste
If you’re in Eagle County visiting, have recently taken a trip, or even just reminiscing on the good old days when we were able to travel more freely, you may have been confused to find that..
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Topics: Sustainability Tips, Zero Waste
The Importance of Media Literacy in the Age of Research Saturation
Posted by
Mackenzie Koffenberger on Aug 13, 2020 2:50:12 PM
A simple Google search for any topic related to climate change will yield a variety of results. This side says one thing, while the other completely refutes it. It can be difficult, when..
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Topics: Climate Action Collaborative
Local business that 'go green' should start with small, bite-sized efforts
Posted by
Walking Mountains Sustainability on Aug 11, 2020 10:30:00 AM
By Lauren Glendenning, published in the Vail Daily 8.11.2020 Brought to you by Walking Mountains Science Center From straws made out of avocado pits and citrus peels to gift-wrapping ribbon made..
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Topics: Actively Green, Actively Green Ambassador
COVID-19 has led to many shifts in our day to day lives, including how we handle our trash. While many of us are working away from the office and schools and generally staying home, there has been a..
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Topics: Sustainability Tips, Zero Waste