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- High Country Conservation
- 10 Apr
- Ask Eartha
Local Sustainability Heroes
Dear Eartha, I’ve noticed a lot of local businesses and community members going the extra mile to make Summit County more environmentally friendly. Do they ever get a gold star […]
- High Country Conservation
- 31 Mar
- Ask Eartha
Life of the Landfill
Dear Eartha, I read in a previous column that Summit County only has one landfill. What are the most impactful things we can do to make sure it lasts as […]
- High Country Conservation
- 24 Mar
- Uncategorized
Strong Future Grants
Dear Eartha, my restaurant wants to add recycling to our waste enclosure, but money is tight. Is there any financial support available to help me make these changes without breaking […]
- High Country Conservation
- 05 Mar
- Ask Eartha
Sustainable Closet
Dear Eartha, I am cleaning out my closet for a wardrobe refresh and want to make more conscious choices moving forward. What do you recommend?A closet clean-out can feel like […]
- High Country Conservation
- 05 Mar
- Ask Eartha
Restaurant Composting
Dear Eartha, I collect my food scraps at home but the restaurant I work for doesn’t. I’d like to help them start composting food waste. What should I do?High five […]
- High Country Conservation
- 05 Mar
- Ask Eartha
Mountain Energy Project Explained
Dear Eartha, What is the Mountain Energy Project and how does it impact me?If you’re a regular reader of the Summit Daily News, you might have seen the Mountain Energy […]
- High Country Conservation
- 29 Jan
- Ask Eartha
Colorado River Status
Dear Eartha, It’s January, and most ski resorts around me only have around 50% of terrain open. Where is all of the snow, and what does this mean for summer […]
- High Country Conservation
- 29 Jan
- Ask Eartha
Food Waste
Dear Eartha, I saw so much food wasted during the holidays. My New Year’s resolution is to throw away less food and support restaurants doing the same. Any tips for […]
- High Country Conservation
- 17 Dec
- Uncategorized
Laundry Swaps
Dear Eartha, I adopted some of your tips for making sustainable swaps, and now I’m feeling pretty eco-minded in the kitchen and bathroom. I’m ready to tackle another space. What […]
- High Country Conservation
- 05 Dec
- Ask Eartha
Christmas Lights
Dear Eartha, I love holiday lights, but I’m trying to be more mindful about my household’s energy use. Is there a way to celebrate with plenty of sparkle while still […]
- High Country Conservation
- 05 Dec
- Ask Eartha
What is the Summit County Resource Allocation Park?
Dear Eartha, Can someone please explain to me the difference between the landfill and “the SCRAP”? I’ve heard both terms used to describe the same place, but aren’t they different? I can understand your confusion as these words are […]


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