Ask Eartha: How do recycling grants work?
Dear Eartha, I heard about some recycling grants through High Country Conservation Center and I have some ideas to get recycling started at my condo. How do the grants work?You […]
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Ask Eartha: Are there tax credits for home energy projects?
Dear Eartha, as I was doing my taxes, I noticed there are credits available for energy efficiency projects. How can I qualify? From energy-efficient windows to heat pumps to renewable […]
Ask Eartha: Can you drive an EV in the winter?
Dear Eartha, can I drive an electric car in cold weather?On any given day in Summit County, you’re sure to spot electric cars cruising the roads. Which lends an easy […]
Ask Eartha: What are the benefits of composting?
Dear Eartha, I know composting is good for our environment. Outside of creating a healthier soil environment for plants, what other benefits does composting provide our community? Thank you for the […]
Ask Eartha: Who Won the Green Scene Awards?
Dear Eartha, I have noticed a lot of businesses and community members working hard to make the county more environmentally friendly. Do their actions get recognized?It is great to hear […]
Ask Eartha: How do I reduce my waste?
Recycling has always been the right thing to do. But now we know that recycling isn’t the only way to avoid throwing things in the trash. Sometimes, throwing away less […]
Ask Eartha: What’s the most eco-friendly water heating option for my home?
Dear Eartha, what’s the most eco-friendly water heating option for my home? What’s the next big thing in home heating? Electricity! That’s right – “electrification,” the act of swapping natural […]
Ask Eartha: How do I have a successful garden at Elevation?
Dear Eartha, every year about this time I start thinking about my summer vegetable garden. I get excited, spend too much money on seeds, and then get overwhelmed before the […]
Ask Eartha: How do I have a sustainable Valentine’s Day?
Dear Eartha, I’m a big fan of Valentine’s Day, but I can’t stand all the waste that comes with it. How can we rethink Valentine’s Day to make it more […]
Ask Eartha: How do solar panels work?
Dear Eartha, I’m interested in getting solar panels, but I have to admit…I’m not sure how they work. Can you break it down for me? Solar energy is the most […]
Ask Eartha: Water Shortages
Dear Eartha, I’ve heard more and more about the water shortage impacting Colorado and other western states. What can I do to reduce the amount of water I use at […]
