Why Electrification is Worth It- Even When the Power Goes Out
Dear Eartha, There’s a lot of talk about replacing appliances like boilers and stoves with electric models. But if the power goes out, doesn’t that mean I lose my heat, […]
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Water-Wise Landscaping in a Drought Year
Dear Eartha, Between the severe drought and watering restrictions in my area, how can I help my HOA conserve water and still maintain an attractive landscape? We mountain folks know snow, and this past winter […]
Should I Go Solar?
Dear Eartha, I wanted to install solar on my house, but I heard there was no more tax credit. What does that mean for affordability of solar panels? If you’ve […]
Glass is Back
Dear Eartha, I heard that I can now put glass bottles and jars in my curbside recycling bin. Is that right? Yes, you heard right! As of May 1st, glass […]
Spring Cleaning
Dear Eartha, Spring cleaning season is here, and I’ve got a garage full of old paint, dead batteries, and chemicals I’m afraid to throw away. What do I do with […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
