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Oct 20 2019

San Juan Mountains legislation faces vote in U.S. House

By Mark Pearson Durango Herald Column, Lands Protection

This week marks the 10th anniversary of long-simmering efforts to obtain added wilderness protections for the high ranges of the San Juan Mountains. Back in 2009, then Rep. John Salazar first introduced the San Juan Mountains Wilderness Act, legislation aimed…

Oct 11 2019

Why Restore Wolves to Colorado Part II: Colorado is the Missing Link

By sjca Lands Protection, Species

Photo: Wikimedia Commons In our original blog, ‘Why Restore Wolves to Colorado,’ we briefly discussed the top five reasons wolves should be reintroduced to the state. Now, we’re digging deeper into each of those arguments. You can also check out Part…

Sep 20 2019

America’s environmental safety net unravels

By Mark Pearson Climate Change, Durango Herald Column, Lands Protection, Species

The summer brought a whirlwind of change to America’s bedrock environmental laws, or at least the rules that implement those laws. The Trump administration has made no secret of its disdain for environmental rules that might impede the interests of…

Sep 11 2019

Opportunities for Change

By sjca LPEA Spotlight, Renewable Energy

This blog series covers the monthly La Plata Electric Association (LPEA) Board of Directors meetings. We’re tracking the board for transparency and accountability, as well as to stay current on their renewable energy initiatives. Find past and future spotlights here. Get…

San Juan Mountains legislation faces vote in U.S. House

Why Restore Wolves to Colorado Part II: Colorado is the Missing Link

America’s environmental safety net unravels

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