Local News
Mesa Verde National Park looking for dark sky designation
says light pollution is costly, harmful to human and animal health
Environment
Southwest Life
Grocery stores make reducing food waste a priority in Durango
Compost company, nonprofits help divert items away from landfill
Southwest Life
Earthquakes trigger new plans for injection well in Paradox
of Reclamation seeks solution for salinity-control site
Local News
BLM removes mine waste leaching into Animas River
2,500 cubic yards of contaminated material relocated
Local News
New methane regulations lauded by Durango-area leaders, environmentalists
Colorado rules aim to cut greenhouse gas releases
Local News
Durango shows support for Colorado’s proposed methane rules
hearing draws more than 100 people
Southwest Life
As Forest Service budget shrinks, Durango nonprofit steps up
Juan Mountains Association creates fund for work in wilderness
New Mexico
New Mexico task force releases first climate change report
lays out road map to cut emissions 45% by 2030
Local News
EPA looks to develop road map for mine cleanup around Silverton
What’s the best way to approach improving water quality in the Animas River?
Southwest Life
Gunnison sage grouse struggle in Southwest Colorado
Threatened species missing from Dove Creek population
Local News
Of 115 homeowners contacted, 1 shows up for meeting about uranium waste
Letters warning of possible contamination were sent last week
Local News
Climate change taking toll on mountain towns
Lewis College professor says certain steps can make a difference regionally
Local News
Letters sent to Durango residents warning of potential radioactive waste
health department to hold public meeting next week
Local News
County has no say in proposed uranium dump site
health department noncommittal on future plans amid opposition
Local News
Proposed uranium dump site near Bondad faces stiff opposition
Planning Commission denies project; decision may be appealed
Local News
Temporary uranium disposal site proposed south of Durango
Residents oppose plan, citing health and environmental concerns
Local News
Water samples show no impact from Silver Wing Mine spill
says it is unclear what caused temporary uptick in discharges
Local News
Life of King II coal mine extended by 20 years
Company says decision will preserve 100 jobs in La Plata County
Local News
Durango Diaries: Learn how to support the environment
Storyteller series to feature four local environmental advocates
Local News
50 volunteers spend Sunday cleaning homeless camps
service, port-a-potties at Purple Cliffs camp aimed at preventing similar refuse problems
Local News
EPA: Mine spilling waste into Animas River returns to normal
says water sample results should be available next week
Local News
Mine spill reported in Animas River; severity being investigated
says crews looking into site north of Silverton
Local News
Dirt bike route proposed in ‘one of the last untouched’ places in Silverton
residents fear ‘powerful’ lobbying groups will influence BLM
Southwest Life
Year of renewal: Hermosa Creek watershed shows signs of recovery after 416 Fire
health, water quality and recreation on the mend
Local News
Wetlands north of Durango approved for expansion
Project expected to improve wildlife habitat, water quality
Local News
Colorado company faces fines for construction site violations
site had more than a dozen stormwater issues
Local News
La Plata Canyon to be explored for mining potential
Gold, silver and copper may be worth extracting
Business
Saving the planet from disposable diapers
Durango woman takes on Pampers from her Crestview sewing machine