Environment - The Durango Herald

Well-known author to speak at Fort Lewis College environmental summit

College to host inaugural climate summit on April 27

DATE: Apr 11, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Colorado debating bill that would allow local governments to regulate pesticides. Industry lobbyists are fighting it

A bill in the state legislature would allow cities to make their own rules on the chemicals, but applicators hammer a “patchwork” system

DATE: Apr 11, 2024 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Durango startup Farm to Summit lands 90-day deal with national grocery retailer

Owner says trial run could lead to more manufacturing jobs

DATE: Apr 9, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Colorado pumps $21 million into fast-charger expansion for electric vehicles

As EV sales slow, Colorado wants the new stations to serve as an answer to consumer ‘range anxiety’

DATE: Apr 7, 2024 | CATEGORY: Regional News

How a former state Republican became one of Colorado’s biggest climate hawks

Sen. Kevin Priola backed a drilling ban that many of his fellow Democrats couldn’t stomach

DATE: Apr 2, 2024 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Locals wary of plan to recycle Leadville’s mining waste

Residents concerned plan to process historic mine waste could threaten Arkansas River, unearth town’s long-buried history

DATE: Mar 31, 2024 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Want to recycle your own water at home? A new proposal could make that easier in Colorado

Legislation under consideration would ease the way for new homes in Colorado to adopt water-recycling systems. It would change state laws that have made the state one of the slowest in the r...

DATE: Mar 30, 2024 | CATEGORY: Regional News

City of Durango hopes to start a conversation around water use

Study shows ‘exponential’ differences between highest and lowest users

DATE: Mar 29, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Colorado launches a $450 e-bike rebate for everyone. So why aren’t many bike shops participating?

Program requires retailers to float costs of discounts for up to a year

DATE: Mar 28, 2024 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Fort Lewis College receives grant from EPA for water testing solutions

Program seeks to lower cost and time it takes to test for bacteria in samples

DATE: Mar 27, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Last coal-fired engine departs Durango train station, marking end of an era

Saturday was bittersweet for crews who sent No. 481 on its final ride before it’s converted for oil use

DATE: Mar 27, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

How to get solar power for your Colorado home – even if your own roof won’t work

If your own roof won’t work or you live in an apartment, you can try a community option instead, experts say

DATE: Mar 24, 2024 | CATEGORY: Regional News

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Photos: Thousands take to the streets for ‘No Kings’ march and rally in Durango

Photos: Navajo Trail OpenFriday was the first day of the Navajo Trail Open at Hillcrest Golf Club

Friday was the first day of the Navajo Trail Open at Hillcrest Golf Club

Photos: Durango Fire Protection District opens Station 2

Photos: Hundreds gather to honor fallen Bloomfield Police officer Timothy OntiverosA solemn procession stretched for blocks Monday morning along West Apache Street in Farmington – a display of unity, grief and honor for Bloomfield Police Officer Timothy Ontiveros, 32.About 7 a.m., a large contingent of law enforcement, motorcyclists, friends and grieving family prepared to embark on the motorcade to the 9 a.m. service at the Bloomfield High School football stadium to celebrate the life of the officer.