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
We've all probably received or given a gift that started collecting dust in storage shortly after the exchange. If not given much thought, gifts can be unnecessary items that are barely used,..
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Topics: Sustainability Tips, Zero Waste
Mountain Towns 2030: Inspiring Action for a Climate-Resilient Future
Posted by
Gina McCrackin on Nov 17, 2023 10:24:08 AM
Mountain towns, such as ours, have long been revered for their breathtaking landscapes, plentiful outdoor activities, and pristine environments. However, our economies and communities are some of the..
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Topics: Climate Action Collaborative
Celebrate America Recycles Day by Recycling Right!
Posted by
Emily Dennis on Nov 17, 2023 10:18:06 AM
With holidays aplenty this time of year, America Recycles Day is one that deserves to be celebrated! This nationally-recognized holiday was held on November 15th to promote, educate, and encourage..
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Topics: Sustainability Tips, Waste Update, Zero Waste
Walking Mountains' Programs & Rebates Announced for 2024
Posted by
Nikki Maline on Nov 16, 2023 10:02:46 AM
The Energy Smart Colorado program aims to revolutionize the local energy efficiency market and promote energy improvements in homes and businesses by providing access to information, capital, and a..
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Topics: Energy Smart
When most people think of October, they picture changing leaves, warm apple cider, the quiet of shoulder season, and of course, Halloween. If you’ve made it this far into October without being..
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The aspens are yellow, the first dustings of snow are on the mountains, and only the truly brave are still wearing Chacos… all glorious signs that fall has arrived in the mountains! While we..
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Topics: The Sustainable Film Series, Sustainability Tips, Recycling, Zero Waste
What is the stack effect? Folks often feel like their home is drafty, but the science behind it is not often understood. We are here to break it down into five important facts about the stack effect,..
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Climate Action Collaborative: Celebrating Our Annual Impacts
Posted by
Gina McCrackin on Sep 18, 2023 1:14:19 PM
Happy September, Eagle County residents. This time of year, as fall peaks around the corner, the seasonal shifts ask us to turn inwards and do some critical reflection. As we lean into interpersonal..
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Environmental conversations are often at the forefront of politics, social media, news, and debate in our community. Many of those conversations can be defined by a palpable sense of doom. This is..
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Topics: Walking Mountains Science Center, Energy Smart, Climate Action Collaborative, Sustainability Tips, Zero Waste