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Documentary Screening – Fracking the System: Colorado’s Oil and Gas Wars
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A Finer Future is Possible: A talk with Hunter Lovins
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Ask Eartha
Check out our weekly blog as we dive deeper into climate, recycling, and sustainability topics.
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- High Country Conservation
- 23 Apr
- Ask Eartha
Ask Eartha: How to Use Heat Tape Effectively?
Dear Eartha, I have deicing cable on my roof. I need it to prevent roof leaks, but is there any way to dial back the energy use?Roof deicing cable, also known as heat trace or heat tape, is a common solution to the fearsome ice dams we see on our roofs each winter in Summit […]
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- High Country Conservation
- 18 Apr
- Ask Eartha
Ask Eartha: What is Earth Month?
Dear Eartha, I’ve caught wind that April is Earth Month. I’m familiar with Earth Day, but what exactly goes down during Earth Month?Earth Month is a celebration and dedication to our planet that extends beyond just Earth Day. We all know that Mother Earth deserves more than one day of celebration! Throughout the month, various […]
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- High Country Conservation
- 05 Apr
- Ask Eartha
Ask Eartha: How do recycling grants work?
Dear Eartha, I heard about some recycling grants through High Country Conservation Center and I have some ideas to get recycling started at my condo. How do the grants work?You heard right, funding is available for recycling projects in your homeowner’s association, neighborhood, school, business, or nonprofit. If you’re thinking about applying, consider going beyond […]
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- High Country Conservation
- 01 Apr
- Ask Eartha
Ask Eartha: Are there tax credits for home energy projects?
Dear Eartha, as I was doing my taxes, I noticed there are credits available for energy efficiency projects. How can I qualify? From energy-efficient windows to heat pumps to renewable energy, Uncle Sam has tax credits to help you boost the comfort and durability of your home. Since tax season is already upon us, here’s […]
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- High Country Conservation
- 26 Mar
- Ask Eartha
Ask Eartha: Can you drive an EV in the winter?
Dear Eartha, can I drive an electric car in cold weather?On any given day in Summit County, you’re sure to spot electric cars cruising the roads. Which lends an easy answer to this question: Yes, they can be driven in the cold. In fact, there are currently 861 electric vehicles (EVs for short) registered in […]
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- High Country Conservation
- 15 Mar
- Ask Eartha
Ask Eartha: What are the benefits of composting?
Dear Eartha, I know composting is good for our environment. Outside of creating a healthier soil environment for plants, what other benefits does composting provide our community? Thank you for the great question. Composting has been part of humankind since early civilizations began practicing agriculture. While the process has evolved over thousands of years, composting […]
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- High Country Conservation
- 11 Mar
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Ask Eartha: Who Won the Green Scene Awards?
Dear Eartha, I have noticed a lot of businesses and community members working hard to make the county more environmentally friendly. Do their actions get recognized?It is great to hear that you have noticed environmental action being taken in Summit County! We are lucky to live in a place where businesses and individuals go out […]
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- High Country Conservation
- 06 Mar
- Ask Eartha
Ask Eartha: How do I reduce my waste?
Recycling has always been the right thing to do. But now we know that recycling isn’t the only way to avoid throwing things in the trash. Sometimes, throwing away less stuff just means doing things differently.Brought to you by the letter ‘R’Since grade school, many of us have been taught the importance of the three […]
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- High Country Conservation
- 06 Mar
- Ask Eartha
Ask Eartha: What’s the most eco-friendly water heating option for my home?
Dear Eartha, what’s the most eco-friendly water heating option for my home? What’s the next big thing in home heating? Electricity! That’s right – “electrification,” the act of swapping natural gas-fired appliances for those that run on renewable electricity, is a powerful way we can all fight climate change from the cozy comfort of our […]
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- High Country Conservation
- 20 Feb
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Ask Eartha: How do I have a successful garden at Elevation?
Dear Eartha, every year about this time I start thinking about my summer vegetable garden. I get excited, spend too much money on seeds, and then get overwhelmed before the gardening season has really begun! What advice do you have for me?While I embrace the snow all winter, there’s nothing wrong with a little summer […]
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- High Country Conservation
- 09 Feb
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Ask Eartha: How do I have a sustainable Valentine’s Day?
Dear Eartha, I’m a big fan of Valentine’s Day, but I can’t stand all the waste that comes with it. How can we rethink Valentine’s Day to make it more sustainable while still celebrating love and affection? As we step into the month of February, love’s enchanting aura fills the air. What better way to […]