PRESS RELEASES
Trump Administration Guts Methane Waste Rule, Allowing More Pollution and Less Oversight on Public Lands
In spite of widespread public support of the rule, the Trump administration today took steps to repeal the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Methane Waste Rule.
Trump Administration’s Rollback of EPA New Source Performance Standards Allows Oil and Gas Industry to Pollute Our Air
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) today officially began the process of rolling back safeguards that reduce waste and decrease air pollution from methane and other air pollutants.
Conservation Colorado Announces Kelly Nordini as New Executive Director
After conducting a nationwide search, Conservation Colorado today announced Kelly Nordini will be its new Executive Director.
Trump Administration Rolls Back National Clean Car Standards that Save Money, Reduce Smog
The Trump administration today released a rollback of national clean car and vehicle efficiency standards.
Conservation Colorado Endorses Phil Weiser for Attorney General
Conservation Colorado, the state’s largest statewide environmental advocacy organization, announced today its endorsement of Phil Weiser for attorney general.
Conservation Colorado Unveils 2018 Legislative Scorecard
Conservation Colorado today released its “2018 Conservation Scorecard,” an annual look at how every legislator voted on key environmental bills in the state legislature.
Conservation Colorado endorses Jared Polis for governor
Conservation Colorado, the largest statewide environmental advocacy organization in Colorado, today announced its endorsement of Jared Polis for governor.
Colorado Becomes the First Interior State to Pursue Advanced Clean Car Standards
As the Trump administration rolls back federal standards, Colorado takes another step in the effort to clean up our air.
Milestone in “Colorado Energy Plan” Shows Colorado Leads the Nation in Low Costs for Renewables and Ratepayers
Xcel Energy, the largest electricity provider in Colorado, today took the next step in its “Colorado Energy Plan,” which provides a roadmap for how Colorado can move toward a clean energy future.
Conservation Colorado Lauds Passage of Bipartisan Transportation Compromise
The Colorado state Senate just moved to accept the state House amendments and repass SB 1, a bill funding Colorado transportation including significant investment in multimodal options.
Legislature Approves Bill to Reauthorize Lottery, Continue Funding Outdoor Recreation and Land Conservation
Today the Colorado General Assembly passed SB18-066, sending it to Governor Hickenlooper’s desk for signature.
Reaction to Expected Rollback of National Clean Car Standards: Bad for Colorado Wallets, Health, and Environment
News outlets are reporting that President Donald Trump and EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt are expected to begin the process of rolling back national clean car standards in the coming days.
