The True Cost of Our Smartphones
Posted by
Walking Mountains Science Center on Apr 17, 2017 2:46:31 AM
In the United States alone, approximately 64% of people own a smartphone, according to the Pew Research Center. Out of that, 46% say that their smartphone is something they “couldn’t live without.”..
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Topics: Curious Nature, Forever Green
Walking Mountains Science Center Reaches Goals through Sustainable Actions
Posted by
Walking Mountains on Mar 17, 2017 3:00:54 PM
Walking Mountains Science Center has once again completed their Actively Green certification in 2017 for the fourth consecutive year. Just because Actively Green is a Walking Mountains Sustainability..
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Topics: Actively Green, Forever Green
A New Year’s Sustainability Resolution for your Business: Actively Green
Posted by
Walking Mountains on Jan 11, 2017 10:51:33 AM
Prepare for the New Year by joining the Eagle Valley sustainability movement. Walking Mountains Sustainability is hosting an Actively Green Sustainable Business Certification trainings throughout the..
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Topics: Actively Green, Forever Green, Sustainability Tips
Walking Mountains and Town of Vail Celebrate America Recycles Day
Posted by
Walking Mountains Science Center on Nov 8, 2016 2:15:37 AM
In recognition of America Recycles Day on Nov. 15, the Town of Vail is joining communities around the country in hosting a series of events to encourage waste reduction and recycling. The town’s..
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Topics: Forever Green, Recycling
Walking Mountains Lands Efficiency Grant
Posted by
Walking Mountains Science Center on Oct 26, 2016 3:16:06 AM
Walking Mountains Science Center was recently awarded a $105,000 grant to improve the energy efficiency, safety and comfort of income-qualified homes in Eagle County through a partnership with Energy..
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Topics: Energy Smart, Forever Green, Awards
CARE Program Helps 36 Income-Qualified Households Save Energy In Eagle County
Posted by
Walking Mountains on Sep 29, 2016 4:07:20 PM
Over the last year, 36 homeowners and renters in the Eagle Valley have benefited from CARE - the Colorado Affordable Residential Energy program, facilitated by Walking Mountains Science Center. The..
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Topics: Energy Smart, Press Release, Forever Green
West Vail Liquor Mart wins Actively Green Business of the Year
Posted by
Walking Mountains on Aug 12, 2016 1:58:09 PM
Congratulations to Tom Mullen, Owner of West Vail Liquor Mart, along with his staff for winning Actively Green Business of the Year! West Vail Liquor Mart is a certified Actively Green business and..
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Topics: Actively Green, Forever Green, Awards
Eagle Valley Schools Journey Towards Sustainability
Posted by
Walking Mountains Science Center on Jul 28, 2016 1:03:08 PM
Dozens of passionate and dedicated Eagle Valley students and teachers went above and beyond academic requirements last year to find ways to save energy at school. They are part of a growing coalition..
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Topics: School Programs, Forever Green
Actively Green Sustainable Business Incentives Announced
Posted by
Walking Mountains on Jan 19, 2016 11:24:51 AM
The Actively Green Sustainable Business Certification Program is part of a larger movement to create a culture of sustainability throughout the Eagle Valley. Over 120 businesses have participated in..
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Topics: Actively Green, Forever Green
Out with the old and in with new! That is the motto of the moment as we approach the end of another year. After the winter holidays pass, it seems only natural for many of us to contemplate the..
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Topics: Forever Green, Sustainability Tips