
How A Colorado Startup Could Change The Game For Electric Cars
For decades, scientists have seen a potential answer in solid electrolytes, which could allow a battery to soak up more energy without overheating.

By Sam Brasch

Congressman Joe Neguse Calls For A National Biodiversity Strategy, Rejoining Paris Climate Agreement
The resolution sets a goal to conserve 30 percent of United States lands and oceans by 2030.

By Sam Brasch

East Troublesome Fire, Colorado’s Second-Largest Wildfire, Now 100% Contained
The East Troublesome fire burned nearly 200,000 acres and placed more than 35,000 people under evacuation orders.

By Sam Brasch

Colorado’s State Parks Have Been A Pandemic Hit — And They’re Free On Friday
Entrance fees are waived for Fresh Air Friday, a popular alternative to Black Friday shopping sprees.

By Sam Brasch

How Denver Got Its Climate Sales Tax — And What Happens Next
Some activists aren’t convinced the plans go far enough.

By Sam Brasch

Colorado Has A Brand New Set Of Oil And Gas Rules With A Focus On Regulating The Industry
The unanimous decision comes as the industry has struggled during the COVID-19 pandemic.

By Sam Brasch

The Colorado Climate Voter’s Guide To The 2020 Election Results
Climate change is an increasingly critical motivating issue for a segment of the Colorado electorate.


Colorado Voters Want Wolves Back In Colorado. Now Comes The Hard Part
Wolves won an election, but Colorado is nowhere near to “paws on the ground.”

By Sam Brasch

Trump Administration Picks Colorado Scientist To Lead Its Next Climate Assessment
Nobel Prize-winning atmospheric scientist sees climate change as a serious threat primarily caused by human activity.

By Sam Brasch

Colorado’s Wolf Ballot Initiative Remains Too Close To Call
Supporters suspected it would sail to victory given polls showing deep support for reintroduction, but voters appear wolf weary.

By Sam Brasch


Voters Could Sign Off On Wolves That Are Different From Colorado’s Originals. Does That Matter?
Some reintroduction opponents have zeroed in on Colorado’s first wolves. Or, what’s left of them.

By Sam Brasch

Colorado’s Fiery October Is A Climate Change Alarm Bell
Rather than the usual end to Colorado’s fire season, October 2020 marked an unprecedented acceleration.

By Sam Brasch

For Many Colorado Voters, Climate Is Personal And Pushing Them At The Polls
The segment of voters worried about climate change has grown despite an economic downturn.

By Sam Brasch

Amid A Pandemic Economy And Record Wildfires, Is It Time For A 21st-Century Civilian Conservation Corps?
Democrats in Congress have submitted bills to revive the New Deal program.

By Sam Brasch

Polis Laid Out A ‘Roadmap’ To Meet Colorado’s Climate Goals. Not All Environmental Groups Are Happy
The plan has been months in the making. It only took a few hours to draw criticism.

By Sam Brasch