tudies show warnings may not be strong enough in Spanish or in English, as climate change disasters increase demand for motivational language
Climate
Posted inBusiness
Xcel Energy’s ability to meet next summer’s electricity demand hangs on two Pueblo solar projects
The transition from fossil-fuel generated electricity to renewables is proving tricky for Colorado’s largest utility.
Posted inEnvironment
Colorado’s fall is going to be warm and dry, climatologists say
Latest Drought Monitor shows little relief in coming months, but forecasters say another La Niña will help kick-start Colorado winter
Posted inEnvironment
Boulder County Commissioners vote against mining extension for Cemex, blowing up deal for open space
Public opposition was high to a plan to end cement plant operations in 15 years in exchange for 15 more years of mining near Lyons
Posted inEnvironment
EPA tells Colorado’s governor there’s no getting out of selling reformulated gas to fight ozone
Colorado has threatened to sue over pricier, cleaner gasoline in 2024, but feds say it should add only 3 cents a gallon and Clean Air Act is a hard rule
Posted inEnvironment
At Colorado’s largest reservoir, one national park scientist shifts her focus to toxic algae
Blue-green algae is native to Colorado’s largest reservoir. Two research projects seek reasons for its toxic bloom at Blue Mesa and how to stop it.
Posted inWater
Colorado water officials oppose New Mexico lawmakers’ push for federal action on the Rio Grande
Legislation proposed by New Mexico politicians eyes federal workgroup for Rio Grande
Posted inEnvironment
Not too much water. Not too much heat. Are oasis lawns just right for Colorado’s climate?
A new study shows small patches of shade and green can save water while avoiding urban heat island effect that makes public question xeriscaping
Posted inEnvironment
Colorado is falling behind on its mandate to cut greenhouse gases
New state assessment shows big gaps in goals for transportation emissions and lag in finalizing closures of fossil fuel power plants
Posted inEnvironment
Northern Colorado air quality downgraded to “severe” by EPA
Drivers may have to be pay higher gas prices as a result