Walking Mountains Sustainability Blog | Climate Action Collaborative

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..

Topics: Climate Action Collaborative, 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..

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

Topics: Climate Action Collaborative, 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..

Topics: Energy Smart, Climate Action Collaborative

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..

Topics: Climate Action Collaborative, Center For Sustainability

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,..

Topics: Climate Action Collaborative

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..

Topics: Climate Action Collaborative

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..

Topics: Climate Action Collaborative, Climate Action Plan

Calming Eco-Anxiety

Posted by Emmett Bailey on Sep 15, 2023 9:49:05 AM

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..

Topics: Walking Mountains Science Center, Energy Smart, Climate Action Collaborative, Sustainability Tips, Zero Waste

Green Your Fitness Routine

Posted by Emily Dennis on Aug 14, 2023 9:51:39 AM

Exercise is a daily habit for many of us whether we run, walk, lift weights, bike, hike, or participate in other fitness activities. Staying active is a great way to help our health, but can have..

Topics: Climate Action Collaborative, Sustainability Tips, Zero Waste