Category: Environmental Justice

Learn how environmental policies impact Colorado’s communities, economy, and climate justice efforts. Stay informed with CFI.

What Are Orphan Wells? Their Costs and Potential Threats Explained

July 15, 2021

With thousands of wells across the state of Colorado, irresponsible companies abandoning wells without properly plugging and cleaning them up…

Colorado Needs The American Jobs Plan

June 24, 2021

With Colorado facing unprecedented danger from climate change, The American Jobs Plan will be a big help for the state.…

Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Carbon Pricing (But Were Afraid to Ask)

September 29, 2020

Putting a price on carbon is a key policy to prevent catastrophic climate change. But which carbon pricing policy is…

As Wildfires Burn, Colorado Faces Fiscal Barriers to Climate Action

August 20, 2020

As large wildfires burn in the high country, a new plan to address Colorado's goals to combat climate change may…

2020 Legislative Wrap-Up: The Fight Continues

July 7, 2020

Between legislators hitting pause in mid-March due to the coronavirus pandemic followed by a return to anything but normal in…

COVID-19 and Reducing Air Pollution in Adams County

May 21, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the inequities in our society, including our access to clean air. Read what about what…

Efficiency: Colorado’s Most Underrated Clean Energy Source

June 20, 2019

Investments in energy efficiency are a strategic, cost-effective step towards making Colorado a leader in the transition to a clean…

Protecting Our National Parks is an Investment Worth Making

May 26, 2019

By Ali Mickelson As Memorial Day approaches, many Coloradans are packing up their cars, trucks, minivans, and motorcycles for their…

A Delicate Balance: Oil and Gas in Colorado’s Economy

March 24, 2019

Lawmakers must always strive to strike the right balance between the freedom of industries to operate without limitation, and the…

In 2018, Colorado stepped up against climate change

December 22, 2018

The health and well-being afforded to us by living in Colorado, along with our ability to enjoy the outdoors –…

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