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A Colorado nonprofit just handed out $16,000 in scholarships to help 11 local students pursue their dreams in fields ranging from ocean engineering to special education. Over two decades, Central Colorado Humanists has now invested more than $120,000 in young minds.
Colorado just introduced groundbreaking legislation requiring automakers to recycle massive EV batteries, turning today's electric vehicles into tomorrow's clean car materials. The plan could slash new mining demands by nearly 50% while creating local jobs and keeping hazardous batteries out of landfills.
Figure skating pair Ellie Kam and Danny O'Shea returned to Colorado Springs with Olympic gold medals after helping Team USA win the 2026 Winter Olympics team event. The duo, who formed their partnership in Colorado Springs, say they haven't stopped smiling since their first Olympic triumph.
Colorado just blew past its renewable energy target on school lands, hitting 806 megawatts before the June 2026 deadline. The latest solar project will pump over $26 million into building schools while powering thousands of homes.
Colorado now gets 44% of its electricity from renewable sources, more than double the 19% it produced a decade ago. Solar power alone has jumped eightfold since 2016.
Colorado's growing emissions trading program lets businesses turn pollution cuts into profit, creating a win-win for climate action and commerce. Companies that reduce greenhouse gases can now sell credits to others, making clean air pay.
A Colorado neighborhood designed to save bees and butterflies has seen pollinator populations jump 548% in just two years. The community proves homes and habitats can thrive together.
Colorado health officials just released a detailed study showing how the Suncor refinery can dramatically reduce emissions and improve air quality for nearby communities. The independent report compares current operations to national best practices and charts a clear path forward for cleaner air. #
Colorado health officials just released a roadmap to slash pollution from petroleum refineries, focusing on the Suncor facility in Commerce City. The independent study compares current practices to national standards and identifies concrete ways to improve air quality for nearby communities.
Quick-thinking officers from Colorado Parks and Wildlife pulled a family of four to safety after high winds pushed them from shore at Lake Pueblo. The rescue highlights a simple safety measure that's now saving lives across Colorado.
Four high school seniors from a small Colorado town have earned finalist spots for two of the state's most prestigious scholarships worth full tuition and beyond. Their dreams range from environmental chemistry to business wellness, and they're cheering each other on every step of the way.
Colorado is moving toward requiring car manufacturers to recycle electric vehicle batteries at no cost to consumers, making EVs truly green from start to finish. The groundbreaking law could cut mineral mining needs by 50% while creating thousands of local jobs.
Colorado now generates 44% of its electricity from renewable sources, more than doubling its clean energy output since 2016. The mountain state ranks sixth nationally for wind power and tenth for battery storage, proving clean energy works at scale.
Colorado just became the first state to require automakers to recycle electric vehicle batteries, setting recovery targets that could dramatically cut mining needs. The new law offers a solution to one of the biggest environmental challenges facing the EV revolution.
Colorado just passed a law protecting residents from costly federal orders forcing coal plants to stay open past retirement. The new legislation ensures transparency on costs, faster pollution cuts, and keeps the state on track for its 2030 climate goals.
Nearly half of Colorado's Red Cross volunteers are now under 43, while Baby Boomers continue anchoring disaster relief. Four generations are uniting to serve Northern Colorado communities in need.
Colorado just made it easier for businesses to go green. A new working group will fast-track permits for projects that cut industrial emissions across the state.
Across Colorado's Front Range, dozens of nonprofits are calling for volunteers to help feed families, shelter the homeless, and build homes. April's National Volunteer Month offers the perfect chance to get involved and make a real difference in your community.
Colorado communities are using solar-powered microgrids to keep hospitals, police stations, and vital services running during wildfire shutoffs. Three local facilities already have this lifesaving technology installed.
Colorado lawmakers just advanced two bills that will funnel millions into affordable childcare and create hundreds of well-paying jobs across the state. The tax credits have already generated $66 million for families and are bringing quantum tech companies and manufacturers to rural communities.
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