Dear Eartha, My car’s not quite a clunker yet, but it’s getting there. I’m thinking about trading up for an electric car, but I’ve heard people say that electric cars are actually worse than gas-powered cars. That can’t be true…is it? -Tony, Breckenridge Tony, just a month ago, a friend and I had a similar […]
Dear Eartha, I recently visited a friend in the Front Range, and her community is doing a lot to fight climate change. What’s going on in Summit County? -Michelle, Frisco Michelle, I love having the opportunity to chat about climate not only because it’s such an important issue for the global community, but also because […]
Dear Eartha, I love skiing, but I also understand the environmental impacts (energy, transportation, waste, etc.). Are the local resorts doing anything to decrease their footprints? –Jack, Keystone Jack, thank you for the great question. Many of us live in the mountains because we like to recreate outside. In the winter you’ll find locals – […]
Dear Eartha, I am new to Summit County and am eager to start a vegetable garden this spring. I realize that it is only the middle of March, but is it too soon to start thinking about what I can grow at this elevation? People who love gardening never stop thinking about their gardens, Naomi. Winter is […]
Dear Eartha, I already recycle and had an energy audit on my home. With the new year ahead of us, I’d like to step up my commitment to the environment. What can I do that will be most impactful? – Maddie, Dillon Happy New Year, Maddie. I’m excited that you’re ready to act — our planet […]
Dear Eartha, How can I give in a more sustainable manner this holiday season? – Tony, Blue River Tony, thanks for reaching out. The Claus Family and The Steward Family are dear friends, and Santa let me know you are on the “Nice List” just for trying to be more environmentally conscious. You are right, […]
Dear Eartha, I heard some buzz this week about an energy conservation day. What can I do to partake in energy conservation here in Summit? – Nancy, Frisco Thank you for your timely question this week. World Energy Conservation Day is indeed today, and the intention is to highlight the importance of energy consumption and […]
Dear Eartha, Over Thanksgiving, I had a difficult conversation with one of my family members about climate change. What are your tips for talking to deniers and should I even worry about them? – Gary, Blue River Thanks for your question this week, Gary — gotta love those awkward family conversations and the internal struggle […]
Dear Eartha, I have massive ice dams building up on my roof. How important is it that I take care of these? – Terry, Summit Cove We’ve been hearing quite a bit about ice dams this winter from a number of Summit County residents. In fact, I’m especially qualified to respond to your ice dam […]
Dear Eartha, Today is Black Friday, the busiest shopping day of the year, and I’m concerned about the environmental impacts of all the packaging waste and its effect on the Summit County landfill. What can we do about all of this overconsumption and waste? A recent survey by the National Retail Federation estimated that over […]
Dear Eartha, I want to start purchasing more humanely-raised meat for my family, but I’m not sure where to begin with all the options, certifications, claims, etc. on labels out there. I’m a little overwhelmed. Can you help? I think this is a question we’d all like a solid answer to, especially when we’re rushing […]
