Trimble Lane river access would be a boon to recreation, environmental sustainability

Improving public river access can benefit recreationists, redirect people from overused nature areas and encourage grassroots preservation efforts. Now, such an opportunity for improved access might b...

City of Durango holds its first ‘sustainability forum,’ a progress report on efforts to be green

The city of Durango held its first sustainability forum this week at the Durango Community Recreation Center where various sustainability programs and efforts were highlighted. About 20 residents atte...

Ska Brewing Co. adds new sustainability initiatives for 2023

Ska Brewing Co. wants to improve its sustainability efforts through a series of changes coming in 2023. Ska has always made efforts to be a sustainable company, owner Dave Thibodeau said. This include...
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Environment

De-icing: What does city and county use?

When snow and ice strike the streets and roads of Durango and La Plata County, about the only thing that stands between a safe commute and a wintry demolition derby are the road maintenance crews who …
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Climate Change Environment Global Warming. Renewable Energy. Sustainability

Durango High School promotes sustainability through ‘Zero Waste Week’

Durango High School students are trying to promote environmental sustainability by having a “Zero Waste Week” next week organized by the school’s Green Team.
The DHS Green Team is made up of school l…