The truth about winter in Denver
Editor’s note: This story originally appeared in RED in October 2018 and has been edited to ensure that all information…
Category: Climate and Environment
Best trails to see fall foliage (and get some exercise)
One good thing about the abundant rainfall this year: It’s going to translate into a banner season for leaf peeping….
The truth about summer in Denver
Spending time in the Mile High City this summer? Or perhaps you saw Denver ranked 14th among America’s Top 20…
Meet Colorado’s only water sommelier
You’re probably familiar with the tasks of a wine sommelier — a trained professional specializing in the nuances of wine…
Why mosquito season came early this year
Editor’s note: This story originally appeared in RED in July 2019 and has been updated to ensure that all information…
The hottest week ever … for now
As numerous countries were hit by dangerous heat levels, the U.S. National Centers for Environmental Prediction registered an average global…
Tibetan leader to visit MSU Denver with climate-change warning
Known as the water tower of Asia, Tibet holds the largest freshwater reserves outside of the world’s polar regions, serving…
States remain deadlocked on water crisis
The environmental outlook for the Colorado River, long perilous, is starting to resemble something more commonly seen on a dystopian…
What’s behind this year’s deadly avalanche season and how to prepare
After 870 avalanches and four fatalities in the past month, it already looks like a dangerous winter for those who…
Snowmaking stretches ski season. But is it sustainable?
It’s the first rule of skiing and riding: You need snow. And when Mother Nature is stingy in providing the…