Interest in the Environmental Protection Agency’s proposal to cut the nation’s emissions of carbon dioxide by 30 percent by 2030 is running very high recently. Denver is one of four locations for public hearings the EPA will hold on the issue. The other locations are Washington D.C., Atlanta, and Pittsburgh. According to the EPA’s information […]
XCEL’s Solar Rewards Program
July 21, 2013 by 1 Comment
XCEL’s Solar Rewards program has increased to 33.6 megawatts available for rebates for small-size solar power systems at least for the remainder of 2013 until the commissioners approve XCEL’s 2014 plan. In Colorado, the rebate money comes from a 2 percent surcharge added to the monthly bills of XCEL customers to help pay for renewable […]
Why spend money or fill up the garbage when there are better options?
July 21, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Thinking green throughout all areas of your life–from your office to your wardrobe to your home electronics–will put you ahead of the game come next year. Start by donating unwanted or unneeded items around your home. This can put items to good use by getting them into the hands of someone who wants or needs […]
Sustainability Goals
April 20, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Denver Mayor Michael Hancock has announced the city’s new “2020 Sustainability Goals.” “These bold goals provide a road map to our residents, city agencies, and businesses on how we can work together to enhance our quality of life today and in the future by preserving our resources,” Hancock said in a news release. “We have […]
Solar Friendly Communities
December 7, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Colorado ranks fifth nationwide in the amount of solar power generated. New renewable-energy technologies (as well as a state mandate that Colorado’s investor-owned utilities get 30 percent of their power from renewable resources by 2020) boost Colorado’s production and use of energy from wind and solar sources. “Colorado is widely regarded as national leader in […]