The decision comes after an analysis found that the BLM’s coal leasing program results in a large subsidy to the coal industry by providing coal at bargain prices with minimal oversight.
Cracks in Mesa Verde National Park’s Cliff Palace threaten structure; workers shore up iconic kiva
The centerpiece of Mesa Verde National Park, Cliff Palace was discovered in the late 1800s. Park archaeologists noticed a small crack in the masonry and then discovered the north wall was leaning precariously into the structure.
Colorado extreme rain, snow events rise 25% from 1948: ECRPC
Based on an analysis of state data from the National Climatic Data Center, the ECRPC report found that heavy rain and snowstorms now occur in Colorado every 9.6 months on average, instead of once every 12 months on average.
Wilderness study area in Gallatin Mountain Range near Yellowstone National Park declared snowmobile-free
Wilderness values win out over snowmobiles in the Gallatin Range.
UW project to model hydrology, water resources for Colorado River Basin communities
With the help of a supercomputer, UW hopes to model water resources in the Colorado River Basin, helping balance growth with the needs of downstream users.
Researchers studying High Park Fire’s effect on mercury levels in Horsetooth Reservoir in Fort Collins
Scientists are measuring mercury levels in a reservoir near Fort Collins to determine the impact of the High Park Fire.
Rocky Mountain National Park alpine ecosystems altered by nitrogen pollution: CU study
Nitrogen pollution from cars, power plants and agriculture is affecting remote areas of Rocky Mountain National Park.