To improve Colorado air quality, state Democrats propose overhaul targeting pollution from Suncor, oil and gas
The legislation would impose regulations on sources of harmful emissions that contribute to smog and pollution.
What killed a 1980s program to kickstart a green home revolution in Colorado?
Today, the houses might look like a typical part of a cul de sac, but they were once the federal government’s answer to the energy crisis.
Colorado is set to consider a ‘fossil fuel phase-out.’ Here’s why that’s a big deal
An upcoming bill from statehouse Democrats would stop Colorado from issuing new oil and gas permits by 2030.
Colorado lawmakers prep legislation to limit local power over wind and solar projects
The plan comes amid deadlines to clean up the electricity grid and a movement that has successfully slowed renewable energy development in rural areas.
Suncor Energy agrees to the largest air pollution penalty in Colorado history
The settlement covers illegal air pollution releases between 2019 and 2021 but doesn’t punish the company for more recent violations.
Xcel Energy proposes hiking Colorado gas bills by nearly 10 percent
Colorado’s largest utility says the increase is necessary to pay for improvements to ensure the safety and reliability of its extensive natural gas network.
Why Xcel Energy’s push to expand EV incentives has divided climate and consumer advocates
The plan would allow customers to combine ratepayer-funded rebates with Colorado’s already generous suite of incentives.
Here’s where Colorado wolves have been hanging out — for now
A new map based on GPS collar tracking data reveals the predators have traversed a broad area centered around Kremmling.
Last weekend’s polar vortex will cost most Coloradans an extra $15 for increased energy costs
Natural gas prices were lower than in previous storms, but the state’s largest utility says the frigid weather could impact home energy bills for months.
Here’s what’s behind those scammy social media ads for free solar panels
Welcome to the shady underbelly of the sunshine industry, which falsely promises no-cost panels and Tesla Powerwalls.
Why Colorado should expect a drier future with more wildfires and air pollution
The state’s updated climate change report finds rising temperatures will make it harder for Colorado to hold onto its critical water resources.
Campaign to protect natural gas at the Colorado ballot box gains momentum and money
Major oil and gas operators have thrown $3.4 million behind a proposed measure that asks voters to protect fossil fuel appliances from state and local climate policies.
Colorado’s statewide e-bike program is so popular that it’s already used up its initial funding
So far, 4,520 Colorado residents have bought electric bicycles with the help of discounts worth a total of $5,417,300.
How a gas utility fought to keep two Colorado towns hooked on fossil fuels
Colorado is now among a handful of states trying to prevent utilities from using ratepayer money for political influence
Federal court rejects ranchers’ lawsuit to pause Colorado wolf reintroduction
The decision clears a path for Colorado to release its first batch of wolves as soon as Monday.
Colorado sets new regulations on gas-powered lawn tools. Clean air advocates say they don’t go far enough
The rules require public entities to transition to electric tools, but won’t affect individuals or commercial landscaping companies.
