Conservation groups herald Gov. Polis’ executive order to protect wildlife; habitats
DENVER - Governor Jared Polis today announced an executive order to protect iconic Colorado wildlife and the landscapes they call home, aimed at conserving western landscapes and big game species for future generations.
Colorado Clean Car Advocates Celebrate Vote to Adopt Statewide Zero Emission Vehicle Standards
DENVER – Today, Colorado’s AQCC voted to adopt a statewide ZEV standard. The new ZEV standard will reduce harmful tailpipe pollution, protect our health and climate, and save Coloradans money.
Promotorxs Shaping Healthy Communities
Through education, leadership development, and skill-building, Protégete is working to fight injustices by supporting youth in becoming the next generation of community advocates and environmental leaders.
No Water, No Beer
The impacts of climate change, pollution, and rapid population growth put serious strains on Colorado’s water supply and our many water-dependent industries, which includes Colorado’s booming craft beer scene.
Youth Promotorxs Lobby for Climate Action
Youth promotorxs experienced firsthand the importance and power our personal stories hold as they lobbied with members of Congress from Colorado.
Conservation Colorado responds to announcement that Bureau of Land Management will move to Grand Junction
DENVER – Today the Bureau of Land Management announced a plan allowing the gas drilling industry to dominate Colorado’s idyllic North Fork Valley with new oil and gas leasing.
Conservation Colorado Outlines 2017 State Legislative Priorities
As the 2017 legislative session kicks off today, Conservation Colorado, a 22,000-member-strong environmental organization, outlined its key priorities for the session.
Conservation Colorado Reacts to Trump Executive Actions on Immigration, Vows to Stand With All People of Colorado
Pete Maysmith responds to the news that President Donald Trump is intending to sign executive orders to build a border wall with Mexico, ban some refugees to the U.S., and punish “sanctuary cities” like Denver.
Conservation Colorado Announces Campaign to Convince the Outdoor Retailer Show to Move to Colorado
Conservation Colorado this morning announced a campaign to bring the Outdoor Retailer show to Denver after the show’s contract with Salt Lake City expires in the summer of 2018.
Conservation Colorado Supports Bipartisan Transportation Funding Bill
Senate President Kevin Grantham and House Speaker Crisanta Duran this evening announced H.B. 1242, a bill to fund transportation in Colorado.
Diverse Groups Support Bill to Fund Testing for Lead in Colorado Schools
The Colorado House Education Committee is taking testimony this afternoon on HB 1306, a bill that would provide funds for Colorado schools to voluntarily test for lead in their drinking water.
People’s Climate March on Denver Draws Thousands Despite Snow
Despite snow and cold, thousands of Coloradans who believe that climate change is real and that our elected officials must take immediate action to address it.