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Mayor Hancock wants you to show your love for recycling!

Tuesday January 31

Calling all Denver recyclers: Mayor Michael Hancock and Denver Public Works’ Denver Recycles are asking you to show some Valentine’s Day love and support for a more eco-friendly city! They’ve announced a photo contest with a chance to win tickets to Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, Michael Flatley’s Lord of the Dance, a Colorado Avalanche [...] [more]

Solar Thermal Alliance of Colorado Launches State Roadmap

Tuesday January 24

A new coalition has launched a project to develop a statewide Solar Thermal Roadmap to make Colorado a global leader in solar thermal adoption, installation, manufacturing, and R&D to boost Colorado’s economy, generate jobs, and help build a sustainable energy future. Read Full Roadmap here [more]

Colorado No. 1 for LEED-certified space per capita

Monday January 23

Colorado is ranked No. 1 in the nation among the 50 states for the amount of newly certified LEED-certified space per capita, according to an annual report by the U.S. Green Building Council. LEED stands for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, and is a rating of buildings on their environmentally friendly and energy conserving [...] [more]

Need an energy boost to jumpstart your New Year?

Tuesday January 3

Free informational meeting about Denver Energy Challenge! A representative from the City will present on Jan. 24th at the New East Side Human Services building from 5:30p-6:30p. If you live within the City and County of Denver, don’t miss this opportunity to learn more and get signed up while funds are available to help you [...] [more]

Don’t forget — free tree recycling January 3-13

Friday December 30

DenverRecycles will provide free Christmas tree recycling January 3-13. Simply put your tree out for collection, and DenverRecycles will pick it up. Your tree will then be turned into mulch, which will be available in the spring at the Mulch Giveaway and Compost Sale. denvergov.org/denverrecycles for more information. [more]

Give Your Tree a Second Life

Monday December 19

After the clock strikes 2012 and your ornaments are boxed away, help your tree sprout wings! The City of Denver provides residents FREE Christmas tree recycling between January 3-13. Just put your tree out for collection curbside. In the spring, you can enjoy mulch for your garden made from Christmas trees across the city. The mulch [...] [more]

New York Times blogs about Rooftop Solar Challenge

Monday December 12

http://green.blogs.nytimes.com/2011/12/09/reining-in-the-soft-costs-of-solar/?hp [more]

Public Can Plug-in at Museum of Nature & Science

Mayor Hancock joined Xcel Energy and the Denver Museum of Nature and Science on December 6 in unveiling Denver’s second public charging station for electric vehicles. The Denver International Airport hosts the first public charging station in its East Terminal. At the event, Mayor Hancock announced Denver’s intention to equip one-third of its municipal buildings [...] [more]

LEED Gold for Green Valley Ranch Library

Greenprint Denver is proud to announce that the Green Valley Ranch Branch Library received Gold certification from the U.S. Green Building Council’s Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design! ***Denver Public Library’s Green Valley Ranch Branch Receives LEED Gold Certification Under the City’s commitment to sustainability, the Green Valley Ranch Branch Library is proud to announce that [...] [more]

DIA Designates Hybrid Parking Spots

Wednesday December 7

Denver International Airport Designates Hybrid Vehicle Parking Locations DENVER, CO — October 21, 2011 — Denver Mayor Michael B. Hancock, Denver International Airport (DIA) and Greenprint Denver are pleased to announce 18 parking spots designated for hybrid vehicle parking. The new hybrid parking spots are in the following locations: Six in the East Garage (Level [...] [more]

9.9 kW solar array is ‘power’ behind new public art installation, SUNLIGHT

Tuesday December 6

An official dedication of SUNLIGHT will take place downtown on Dec. 22, from 5-6pm, in the Wellington E. Webb Building, on the corner of 14th and Court Streets. The artist and City officials plan to attend. The event is free and open to the public. According to artist Adam Frank, SUNLIGHT is both a symbol [...] [more]

Department of Energy announces Colorado as SunShot Rooftop Solar Challenge Awardee

Thursday December 1

DOE announced Colorado as a winner of the Rooftop Solar Challenge. This project is a unique chance for local and regional teams to drive significant improvements in market conditions for rooftop solar photovoltaics (PV) in their communities and throughout the United States. DOE is funding the awardees to address key market barriers, emphasizing streamlined and [...] [more]

Bicycle commuting hits new milestone

Friday November 4

Commuting by bicycle in Denver has more than doubled in the last 6 years, according to the 2010 American Community Survey. Better yet, Denver now ranks 6th in bicycle commuting out of 43 U.S. cities with populations over 400,000. With a bicycle commuter rate that has now hit 2.2%, Denver is well above the 0.5% [...] [more]

DENVER ZOO NAMED GREENEST ZOO IN COUNTRY

Tuesday September 20

Denver Zoo was awarded the Association of Zoos and Aquariums first Green Award, ranking the zoo as the greenest zoo in the country for its outstanding sustainability practices. Denver Zoo President/CEO Craig Piper and Sustainability Coordinator Jennifer Hale accepted the honor at AZA’s annual conference in Atlanta, Georgia. Denver Zoo was recognized for leading efforts [...] [more]

Rebates Available for Insulation in Denver

Monday September 19

Greenprint Denver and the Governor’s Energy Office (GEO) are pleased to announce the reinstatement of the Insulation & Air Sealing Rebates for a limited time. The program, open to City and County of Denver residents, is currently accepting reservations and will close with the Recharge Colorado Rebate Program on October 1, 2011. Applicants are allowed 35 days from the reservation [...] [more]

Tour de Fat Denver

Tuesday August 30

New Belgium Brewing’s traveling celebration of the positive societal offerings of the bicycle will make its mark on Denver on Saturday, September 10. The two-wheeled fun event raises funds for local non-profits and includes a costumed bike parade, New Belgium beer, eye-popping entertainment, local food, bizarre bike contests and more. http://www.newbelgium.com/events/tour-de-fat/cities/denver-co.aspx Want to win a bike? [...] [more]

Mayor Hancock Celebrates Opening of Denver Union Station

Friday August 19

On August 15, Mayor Michael B. Hancock joined Councilwoman Judy Montero, Regional Transportation District (RTD) Board Chair Lee Kemp, RTD Board Member Angie Malpiede and Denver Union Station Project Authority Chair Elbra Wedgeworth for the grand opening of the new Denver Union Station. “With the opening of Union Station, we now have a transportation hub that [...] [more]

Enjoy Wine and Trees on September 22

Friday August 5

Save the date for the Mile High Million’s first annual garden party, Wine and Trees, at Denver Botanic Gardens on Thursday, September 22. As the sun sets across the lush tree-filled landscape of the Denver Botanic Gardens, guests will sample wine and food and socialize among interactive tree groves, and celebrate the planting of 250,000 [...] [more]

More Denver-area buildings sought for energy-saving program

Tuesday August 2

Denver Partnership Inc. kicked off the second year of the “Watts to Water” energy-saving program for metro Denver buildings larger than 5,000 square feet on Aug. 1. Currently, 137 buildings are enrolled in the program, totaling more than 28 million square feet of hotel and office space. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) chose Denver, [...] [more]

Congratulations to Denver B-cycle on 100,000th Ride in 2011!

Monday August 1

Denver B-cycle reached the milestone of 100,000 B-cycle trips in 2011 on July 25. It took Denver B-cycle less than five months to reach 100,000 rides this season, compared to seven months during its inaugural season. Denver B-cycle continues to offer Denver residents and visitors a viable transportation option that increases their daily activity, saves them money, [...] [more]

Denver International Airport Dedicates New 4.4 MW Solar Array

Thursday July 28

Constellation Energy and Denver International Airport (DIA) today announced the completion of a 4.4-megawatt, ground-mounted solar power system. Constellation Energy built, owns and maintains the solar installation, and DIA will purchase the electricity produced by the system over a 20-year period. It is the third large-scale solar project for DIA, bringing the airport’s total amount [...] [more]

Lowry Electronic Recycling Event a Success

Wednesday June 22

The Lowry Green Team, supported by Lowry Community Masters Association, partnered with Metech Recycling on June 4th to host their annual electronic recycling event. Over 13,000 pounds, or 6 ½ tons of electronic equipment was collected and diverted from local landfills. [more]

Home Energy Efficiency Survey

Thursday June 9

Greenprint Denver wants to hear from you regarding home energy efficiency. [more]

Denver Parks and Recreation Plants Seven Gardens with Grow Local Colorado

Tuesday June 7

This summer Denver Parks and Recreation Department and Grow Local Colorado with partner up to plant seven gardens around the Denver area. [more]

Denver Ranked 4th in a 2011 U.S. City Rankings for Sustainability Efforts by OurGreenCities.com

Tuesday May 24

OurGreenCities.com featuring Dr. Kent Portney, Ph.D. from Tufts University announced their 2011 ranking of the 54 largest cities plus Pittsburgh ranked by their city government’s sustainability efforts. [more]

The Mile High Million Launches Trees for Energy Savings program

Friday April 29

In an effort to reduce residential energy costs and provide job training for local Denver youth, the Mile High Million has teamed up with Mile High Youth Corps to plant trees in neighborhoods across Denver. [more]

Recycling in Denver Just Got Better

Monday April 25

Mayor Guillermo “Bill” V. Vidal, in partnership with Waste Management of Colorado, announced today that Denver Public Works’ Denver Recycles program will now be accepting more plastics for recycling. The city will expand its list of acceptable plastics to include rigid plastic bottles, jugs, jars, cups, trays, tubs and containers marked with a number 1 through 7. [more]

Mayor Vidal and DPS Celebrate Solar Panel Completions

Wednesday April 13

On April 14, 2011 Mayor Guillermo (Bill) V. Vidal joined students and leaders of Denver Public Schools to celebrate the completion of a landmark solar project with Main Street Power. The solar photovoltaic (PV) project is expected to save DPS and the City of Denver hundreds of thousands of dollars over the 20-year partnership. [more]

City Hosts Annual Earth Day Fair April 22 at Civic Center Park

Thursday April 7

City Hosts Annual Earth Day Fair April 22 at Civic Center Park Provided By Environmental Quality Learn about the city’s sustainability efforts along with more than 40 earth-friendly vendors and exhibits from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on April 22 at the city’s annual Earth Day Fair. 2011 marks the 41th anniversary of the grassroots event that serves as a reminder [...] [more]

In Sympathy

Wednesday April 6

Greenprint Denver mourns the loss of a true champion for Denver, City Councilwoman Carla Madison. [more]

Celebrate Earth Hour This Saturday, March 26th

Friday March 25

This Saturday, Earth Hour will bring millions of people from around the world together to make a symbolic statement about energy conservation and climate change. We encourage you to turn off your lights and non-essential appliances from 8:30 to 9:30 p.m. local time. Earth Hour is one of the many programs being supported by Greenprint [...] [more]

Governor’s Energy Office reopening appliance rebate program on March 25th

Thursday March 24

The Governor’s Energy Office (GEO) is pleased to announce that it will reopen the popular Recharge Colorado appliance rebate program on March 25th. [more]

Mayor Vidal Kick Off Bike Share Season

Thursday March 17

Denver B-cycle launches with system improvements and $49 annual membership special offer. [more]

City and County of Denver Strengthens Commitment to Green Building

Friday March 11

A U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) report that touts the Mile High City as excelling in green building development is reinforcing the significance of the City’s Greenprint Denver Initiative and new rules that ensure the City and County of Denver’s newest construction projects are built greener than ever. [more]

The Bikes Are Back! March 14

Tuesday March 8

Denver B-Cycle’s second season launches on March 14. As they prepare for the second season, they’ve made some exciting improvements to the system to make Denver B-cycle even more fun and easy to use. [more]

Small Business Energy Program Launch March 8

Monday March 7

Energy efficiency experts from Denver’s Department of Environmental Health (DEH) are kicking off the city’s Small Business Energy Assistance Program by replacing more than 500 incandescent light bulbs on the marquee of the Bluebird Theater with energy efficient compact florescent bulbs. [more]

Green Valley Ranch Opens New LEED-Certified Branch

Friday March 4

As part of the City’s commitment to Greenprint Denver initiatives, the library was designed and constructed with the goal of achieving Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Gold Certification through sustainable construction approaches recognized by the U.S. Green Building Council. [more]

Sustainability Series – Scott Morrissey, Greenprint Denver Deputy Director

Monday January 24

Scott Morrissey, Greenprint’s Deputy Director, provided a detailed presentation about Greenprint’s program’s successes, challenges, and plans for the future. [more]

Eco-rally Electronic Recycling Collection Event

Friday January 14

Denver residents may recycle their old electronic devices on Saturday, February 12, 2011 by scheduling an appointment to attend the “Eco-rally Electronic Recycling Collection Event.” Electronics recycling services will be offered at a significantly reduced price of $5 per vehicle (limit of 2 “screens” per vehicle, see below for more details). [more]

CALL FOR NOMINATIONS – Mayor’s Bicycle Advisory Committee (MBAC)

Wednesday December 22

Denver has always been a great city for bicycling, and converging local and global trends have renewed the enthusiasm and commitment to a cycling culture. In 2010, Denver moved up the ranks to become a Silver Bicycle Friendly Community, but there is still more work needed to reach the goal of 10 percent bicycle commuting [...] [more]

Environmental Recognitions Make Denver a Major Environmental Leader

Tuesday December 14

The City of Denver is proud to announce the latest round of partners to receive ISO 14001 certification. Denver was also recently recognized by the Colorado Department of Public Health and the Environment as a Gold-Level member of the Environmental Leadership Program. This places Denver in the top ranks of environmental leaders in the state. [more]

Denver B-cycle Finishes Successful First Season with 102,000+ B-cycle Rides

Tuesday December 7

Closing for Winter Season, Non-profit Denver Bike Sharing Unveils Results from Inaugural Year [more]

First Annual Watts to Water Awards Presented to Area Hotels and Office Buildings

Tuesday November 30

Watts to Water was developed to assist hotel and office building managers in reducing energy and water consumption in their facilities. The awards recognize Denver Metro area office buildings and hotels that make substantial gains in resource conservation and efficiency. [more]

Don’t Throw Yogurt Tubs in the Trash…Now You Can Recycle Them!

Monday November 22

Just in time for America Recycles Day, November 15, Denver residents can now place clean yogurt cups and other plastic tubs, marked with the #5, in the purple recycling carts. Denver Recycles will collect and deliver the materials to Waste Management’s regional recycling facility for processing and sorting. From there, this plastic can be repurposed [...] [more]

Green Roof Design Manual Now Available!

Tuesday November 16

Green roofs are vegetated roof covers, with growing media and plants taking the place of bare membrane, gravel ballast, shingles or tiles. This manual provides guidelines for their design and construction. [more]

Denver LeafDrop Announces Extra Weekend to Accommodate Longer Leaf Season!

November 20 and 21 have been added to provide citizens more time to rake leaves! If you can’t reuse all your leaves in your yard or garden, bring them to the Denver LeafDrop site and we’ll compost them. [more]

Governor’s Energy Office Making Rebates Easier – $5 Million Still Available

The Governor’s Energy Office (GEO) has made it easier for Coloradans to redeem more than $5 million in energy efficiency rebates still available across the state. [more]

Restaurant Sustainability Certification Program – Presented by the Department of Environmental Health

Tuesday November 9

Learn about the Restaurant Sustainability Certification Program and the free or low cost services available to assist you with becoming a sustainable business! [more]

You Can Recycle Your Political Signs!

Friday November 5

If you have political signs that you would like to recycle you can begin this weekend. [more]

Recycle Old Cell Phones and Help the Denver Zoo!

Tuesday November 2

Answer the Call of the Wild! Donate your old cell phones to Denver Zoo, who has partnered with Eco-Cell to recycle and reuse old cell phones! [more]

Park Hill Energy Efficiency Blitz – VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!

Wednesday October 27

On Saturday November 6, 2010, the Park Hill neighborhood will partner with Greenprint Denver to bring energy efficiency services and weatherization upgrades to their community. Volunteer!! [more]

Do Not Flush Medications!! Check Out Colorado Medication Take-Back Project!

Tuesday October 26

When over-the-counter or prescription medications are no longer needed, they should be removed from the home. However, medication disposal should be done in a manner that minimizes the chance of misuse and also protects public health and the environment. [more]

Denver LeafDrop Can Compost Your Excess Leaves

Tuesday October 5

If you can’t reuse or mulch all your leaves in your yard or garden, you can bring them to the Denver LeafDrop site closest to you and compost them! [more]

Free Energy Efficiency Upgrades and Insulation Available Now

Monday October 4

Greenprint Denver is helping income-qualifying households get free energy efficiency upgrade services plus an attic insulation assessment. Regardless of whether you own or rent your home, you may qualify. [more]

Denver Buildings Receive Energy Star Awards

Wednesday September 29

The City and County of Denver announced today that Denver’s Wellington E. Webb Building, Castro Building and Arie P. Taylor Municipal Building have each been awarded Energy Star certification by the Environment Protection Agency. The awards highlight Denver’s commitment to efficient and sustainable energy. To receive the Energy Star award buildings must apply to be [...] [more]

Mile High Million Begins Autumn Tree Planting

Tuesday August 31

The Mile High Million Initiative is scheduled to plant trees in Autumn 2010 in Bear Valley, Capitol Hill , Goldsmith, Hampden, Indian Creek, Mar Lee, North Park Hill, Overland, Rosedale, Sloan Lake, Virginia Village, Wellshire, and Windsor neighborhoods have been selected by The Million Tree Initiative to participate in The Trees for Energy Savings Program. [more]

Convention Center Receives LEED Certification

The Colorado Convention Center (CCC) has received LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Green Building Certification. [more]

Fall Shade Tree Applications Available Now

Wednesday August 18

Although summer days are filled with lazy afternoons by the pool and picnics in the park, all that time in the sun may have many people wondering where to get a bit of shade. Thanks to The Park People, the solution is simple; purchase a tree through the non-profit’s Denver Digs Trees Fall Shade Tree Program. [more]

New Neighborhood Map

Denver residents have a new tool to help them learn what’s going on in their community. Greenprint has just launched a neighborhood map that outlines energy efficiency programs and green teams by community. Find out who your Green Team leader is, how to contact your neighborhood organizations, and read your environmental report. Neighborhood volunteer opportunities [...] [more]

From B-Cycle to Pro Cycling – Colorado Leads the Way

Wednesday August 4

The first pro cycling race in Colorado since the Coors Classic was announced this morning on the State Capital steps by Governor Bill Ritter and Lance Armstrong . [more]

Governor Ritter and Lance Armstrong + Bikes!

Tuesday August 3

Governor Ritter, Lance Armstrong and others will make a special announcement on Wednesday, Aug. 4 at 10:00 a.m. on the West steps of the Colorado State Capitol at 200 E. Colfax Ave., Denver, CO. [more]

Transportation Secretary LaHood Applaudes Denver B-Cycle

Friday July 30

Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood strapped on a bike helmet and took a leisurely ride through downtown Denver with Mayor John Hickenlooper Wednesday promoting Denver B-Cycle, a bicycle-sharing program the secretary called “a model for America.” [more]

Mother Nature Network Ranks Denver in Top Ten

Wednesday July 21

Mother Nature Network has just released their list of Top 10 Cities new grads are seeking to find green jobs. [more]

Kroger Company Reports 27% Reduction in Energy

Thursday July 8

The Kroger Co. has reduced energy consumption in its stores by more than 27 percent since 2000, according to the company’s 2010 Sustainability Report. The grocery retailer also wants to sell 7 million reusable bags in 2010, recycle 25 million pounds of shrink wrap and plastic bags, and save 1 billion bags through better bagging [...] [more]

Denver Ranked #3 As Most Sustainable City

The Denver Business Journal reports that Site Selection magazine places the Denver-Aurora area at No. 3 on its first-ever list of the nation’s top sustainable metro areas. [more]

Groundwork Denver: Volunteers Needed!

Wednesday July 7

Groundwork Denver, as part of the Neighborhood Energy Action Partnership (NEAP) collaborative, needs volunteers for their next energy efficiency canvass event in the Barnum neighborhood in Denver. [more]

Park Hill Energy Blitz Party

Wednesday June 16

On June 26, 2010 the Park Hill Green Team will be out early canvassing the neighborhood going door-to-door offereing residents energy efficiency services and resources. As a treat for the team and the community, ReDirect Guide will host a post-canvass party. [more]

Councilman Paul López Receives Recycling Award

Monday June 14

Councilman Paul López, received the “Outstanding Elected Official for Excellence in Recycling Award” by the Colorado Association for Recycling. [more]

Park Hill Green Team Community Event

Tuesday June 8

The Park Hill neighborhood Green Team lead by David Smith will conduct a neighborhood Energy Efficiency Blitz on Saturday June 26th. [more]

2010 Neighborhood Conference

Wednesday May 26

Please join Mayor John Hickenlooper on Saturday June 5th for the annual Neighborhood Conference at Coors Field. The theme this year is “The Denver Difference, Block by Block”. Local government, non-profits and community organizations will be on hand to discuss project and programs with all Denver residents. Workshops will include topics such as Medical Marijuana, [...] [more]

Target Joins Mayors Plastic Bag Challenge

Thursday May 13

In the Fall of 2008 Mayor John Hickenlooper and Greenprint Denver announced a seven-step challenge to achieve 50% reductions from base year 2007 in the consumption of plastic shopping bags by 2012. This challenge is based entirely upon voluntary reductions by individuals, which will be promoted through cooperative efforts by Greenprint Denver and local retailers to raise shopper awareness of the environmental hazards of disposable plastic and paper bags, and by educating shoppers on alternatives such as reusable bags. [more]

New Justice Center Gets High Sustainability Marks

Wednesday May 12

Denver Justice Center Courthouse The Denver Justice Center – Courthouse, in the heart of downtown Denver, was constructed on a previously developed site that revitalizes these blocks and anchors the entrance to Civic Center under the vision of the Civic Center District Plan and the Master Urban Design Framework Plan for the Justice Center Campus. [...] [more]

Watts to Water

Wednesday May 5

Recognizing the Metro Denver real estate community for efforts to reduce energy and water use, save on operating costs, and prepare their buildings for the future. [more]

DIA Issues 2009 Environmental Annual Report

Friday April 30

Denver International Airport has recently issued their 2009 Environmental Management Annual Report. [more]

Denver B-Cycle Launches TODAY

Thursday April 22

The first U.S. comprehensive citywide bike share program begins TODAY – April 22, 2010 – in Denver. [more]

Celebrate Earth Day in Denver

Wednesday April 21

This year marks the 40th anniversary of Earth Day, a day designed to inspire awareness and appreciation for the environment. Denver is always host to numerous celebratory events and this year is no exception. Many of them are posted on the Greenprint Denver website, but here are a few that offer opportunities for you to [...] [more]

‘Recharge Colorado’ campaign opens April 19

Friday April 16

The Governor’s Energy Office (GEO) will be offering rebates for various energy upgrades beginning 8 a.m. April 19 as part of the state’s ‘Recharge Colorado’ campaign [more]

Composting at DIA

Thursday April 8

Denver International Airport said Monday it is launching a composting program at restaurants in Jeppesen Terminal and at some employee break rooms. [more]

April Greenprint Denver Newsletter

Tuesday April 6

Click on Greenprint Denver Newsletter here. [more]

Denver Bike Sharing Needs YOU!

Thursday March 25

Like Bikes? Love Denver? Ready to help launch a transportation revolution [more]

Denver Ranks 4th of U.S. Cities with ENERGY STAR Buildings

Wednesday March 24

During the past year, Denver jumped from seventh to fourth place, and now boasts 136 ENERGY STAR commercial buildings. [more]

Early Registration for Bike Share Program Has Begun

Wednesday March 17

This Spring, Denver will become one of the first U.S. cities to launch a full-scale comprehensive public bicycle sharing system. [more]

Green Teams Need Volunteers

Monday March 15

On April 24, 2010, five Denver neighborhoods will partner with Greenprint Denver to bring energy efficiency services and weatherization upgrades to their community. [more]

Earth Hour is March 27th

Wednesday March 10

Earth Hour is March 27th – join the effort today. [more]

Are you a FAN?

Friday February 19

Become a Greenprint Denver FAN on Facebook. [more]

Sustainable Event Planning Guide

Friday February 5

Whatever the event is that you are planning, you have opportunities to make a positive difference for the environment. [more]

Climate Protection Agreement

Monday December 7

Denver Mayor John Hickenlooper has just signed The World Mayors and Local Governments Climate Protection Agreement – a declaration by Mayors and other elected leaders from local governments around the world. The Agreement calls for a number of actions, including the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions by 60% from 1990 levels worldwide and by 80% [...] [more]

What is Denver B-Cycle?

Wednesday December 2

In Spring of 2010, Denver will launch a citywide bike sharing program called Denver B-Cycle. To learn more about it and how you can get involved, visit www.denverbikesharing.org today! [more]

Mayor Hickenlooper on Repower America Wall

Monday November 2

The City of Denver is participating with the Alliance for Climate Protection’s Repower America campaign to spread the word about climate change and energy issues. [more]

SustainLane’s Local Action Challenge

Monday October 12

8 weeks. 50 Cities. SustainLane’s Local Action Challenge is a way for you to make a difference on the ground level. [more]

2009 Denver Leaf Drop

Tuesday September 15

Brown Bag Them & Go! Save your plastic trash bags and our time by bringing your leaves in paper yard debris bags. Unlike plastic bags, brown paper bags can be composted with your leaves. Many hardware, home improvement and department stores sell paper yard debris bags. Or even better, bring your leaves in reusable containers [...] [more]

Grist Names Denver One of 15 Most Sustainable Cities

Wednesday August 19

Denver placed 9th in list of 15 most sustainable cities by Grist, a Seattle-based nonprofit established in 1999 that monitors and reports on environmental news. [more]

Denver’s Strategic Parking Plan

Friday August 7

Parking plays an important role in how we travel and design our cities. It affects our environmental quality and our economic development. Denver’s Strategic Parking Plan Phase 1 Study is now available. [more]

DIA Wins CDPHE Award

Monday July 13

Denver International Airport Wins Environmental Award [more]

Denver #10 Most Walkable City

Thursday July 9

Leave your car at home and WALK! [more]

Mayor Wins 1st Place Climate Protection Award

Monday June 15

On June 12th Mayor John Hickenlooper received the 2009 Mayors’ Climate Protection Award, sponsored by the U.S. Conference of Mayors and Wal-Mart Stores, for the FasTracks initiative. The award recognizes Mayors for innovative practices designed to increase energy-efficiency and curb global warming. [more]

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