Environment

Regional News

Tiny, endangered toads transplanted to Colorado pond successfully breed after 7 years

Biologists are thrilled at discovery of Boreal tadpoles in a bog in the mountains

August 13, 2024

AP New Mexico

Arizona governor negotiates pause in hauling of uranium ore across Navajo Nation

Gov. Katie Hobbs intervened this week after talking with Navajo President Buu Nygren

August 5, 2024

Local News

Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad to install 868 solar panels on buildings

American Heritage Railways receives grant from USDA for green initiative

July 30, 2024

Local News

Residents examine city’s sustainability efforts at Engage Durango forum

Residents ask about greenhouse gas reduction and other strategies for going green

July 26, 2024

New Mexico

Downwinders continue to seek justice 79 years after the Trinity Test

This July 16, 1945, file photo, shows the mushroom cloud of the first atomic explosion at Trinity Test Site near…

July 17, 2024

New Mexico

Gathering will mark 45 years since the largest radioactive release in U.S. history hit New Mexico

Church Rock spill is the third largest radioactive waste release globally, after Fukushima and Chernobyl

July 12, 2024

Local News

During first year, Durango park rangers focus on safety, education

created positions to help monitor 100 miles of natural surface trails

July 12, 2024

Local News

Five Durango organizations receive grants for helping make city more sustainable

Green Durango Grants, decided based on five sectors in city’s Municipal Sustainability Action Plan, are worth $5,000 apiece

July 4, 2024

Local News

Green thumbs share tips on making do with limited space, tough climate

Durango area has six different plant hardiness zones; which one are you working within?

June 27, 2024

Local News

Walk, bus, bike or anything but drive for Durango’s 13th Clean Commute Day

scheduled to raise awareness of alternative transportation options

June 17, 2024

Local News

Composting business begins every-other-week service in Durango

Additional subscription option decreases cost, frequency of food waste collection

June 14, 2024

Regional News

A pioneering study tells us how snow disappears into thin air

A better understanding of sublimation could help water managers make more accurate predictions

May 30, 2024

Regional News

The cost of gas is about to spike in Colorado. How high will it go?

EPA is forcing Colorado to switch to reformulated gas as ground-level ozone hits ‘severe’

May 21, 2024

Regional News

Colorado EV sales dropped off by one measure, but green energy leaders say sky remains blue

Dealers worry about high loan costs, threats of Chinese imports and confusing rebates

May 16, 2024

Regional News

Colorado environmental groups threaten to sue EPA for failing to crack down on oil and gas permits

of suit says federal agency should act after state regulators missed deadline

May 14, 2024

Local News

Durango student’s bipartisan effort to address climate change helps pass state education bill

Trouble, a network of high school sustainability clubs, testifies before Colorado lawmakers

May 14, 2024

Local News

A rare win after nearly 40 years for Texas investors planning Wolf Creek Village

Appeals court threw out previous rulings and affirmed approval of a road accessing inholding

May 6, 2024

Local News

Photos: Going for gold

winter over, dandelions provide abundant pollen and nectar

April 23, 2024

Gallery

Photos: Showing love for mother earth

Durango Earth Day Parade was held on Saturday

April 20, 2024

Local News

Durangoans and visitors gather for downtown Earth Day celebration

than 300 people convene at Buckley Park for zero waste festivities

April 20, 2024

Local News

Boys & Girls Club youngsters plant trees with Durango Parks and Recreation

Day is about planting memories of the past while preparing for the future

April 19, 2024

Local News

Here’s what’s in store for Earth Day Durango 2024

Procession and family-friendly ‘zero waste’ party scheduled for Saturday at Buckley Park

April 18, 2024

Regional News

Looking for energy rebates? A new Google-built calculator may help Colorado residents

America aims to put homeowners and contractors in touch with lucrative rebates and credits

April 17, 2024

Local News

Birdwatchers, boaters and families visit Lake Nighthorse on opening day

Reservoir has become a migratory stopover for many species, especially waterfowl

April 13, 2024