Dear Eartha, I love my Christmas tree and decorating with lights this time of year. What are their environmental impacts? Do I need to consider skipping some of my favorite holiday traditions? Don’t worry, there’s no need to nix your beloved tree or lights. Yet, it’s important to recognize that the season of joy brings […]
Dear Eartha, I bought new ski equipment this season, and now I don’t know what to do with my old stuff. How can I get rid of my skis responsibly? Great question! With so many outdoor enthusiasts in our community, we go through a lot of gear. Fortunately, we have a number of options here […]
Dear Eartha, I’m concerned about raccoons getting into my food scrap bin. How can I prevent that? Food scraps attracting wildlife is a legitimate concern in our area! Thanks to the 1A/Strong Future initiative that passed in November 2018, the Summit County Food Scrap Recycling program is now free to County residents. That means you can […]
Dear Eartha, I went to the 9Health Fair last month and saw a prescription drop-off box. Do I really need to seek these out? Can’t I just flush my old medications? – Gary, Silverthorne Gary, glad you made it to the 9Health Fair! It was a great event, and it just so happened to fall […]
Dear Eartha, My 10-year-old mattress has lost its bounce. I’m planning to replace it, but then what do I do? Does it end up in the landfill? –Sydney, Breckenridge Sydney, I’m happy to share news that will put a little spring in your step – if not your old mattress. As of this week, free […]
Dear Eartha, My family always carves pumpkins for Halloween but when the trick-or-treating is over, our pumpkins end up in the trash. Is there any other option for disposing of our spooky squash so we can make Halloween less wasteful? -Bridget, Breckenridge Thank you for your timely question, Bridget. With Halloween right around the corner, […]
Dear Eartha, I am so overwhelmed and discouraged by all the climate change news but also feel inspired by the action that is being taken. How much impact can one person really make on such a big issue? – Madeline, Blue River Madeline, I hear you. I get overwhelmed and discouraged sometimes, too. Climate change […]
Dear Eartha, the brightly colored autumn leaves are beautiful on the trees, but I know they will soon fall to the ground and the yard work begins. How can I sustainability manage all the leaves in my yard? -Jason, Breckenridge What an excellent question, Jason! The leaves are changing, and the air is getting cooler, […]
Dear Eartha, I spent so much money last winter to heat my home, and I still felt cold! Is there anything I can do so my house stays warm and my bills stay low? –Don, Summit Cove It’s that time of year, Don. When the first dusting of snow appears on the peaks of the […]
Dear Eartha, Is my recycling actually getting recycled? I’ve read about some cities getting rid of their recycling programs, and others who are trashing their recycling. What happens to my recycling after I bring it to the drop-off center? -Meghan, Frisco Meghan, please know this – the recyclables you bring to the Summit County drop-off […]
Dear Eartha, I know that climate change will impact ski seasons, but I’m a kayaker, too. How will climate change affect our local rivers? -Tom, Frisco As summer draws to a close and we start packing our aquatic toys for the season, it’s an excellent time to reflect on how important our waterways are. Whether […]
Summit County residents, say hello to Pay as You Throw!
We’re kicking trash to the curb with a whole new way to think about curbside collection. Join HC3 and County representatives for a virtual forum on Thursday, June 12 from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Get your questions answered and learn more about the changes coming to trash collection services.
