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…
Category: Climate and Environment
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…
Saving the world (one street at a time)
As the saying goes: Mighty oaks from little acorns grow. When the Accelerate Neighborhood Climate Action program first appeared in…
Preserve your fall harvest with these tips and tricks
So. Much. Zucchini. Every fall before the first freeze, gardeners face a surplus of fruits and vegetables from the summer…
Water crisis sinks to new level
The Colorado River’s literal race to the bottom hit another low last month. As the waterline dropped farther and shortages…
Made in Denver: LavaBox
Editor’s note: Throughout the fall, RED’s Made in Denver series will highlight Mile High business owners who graduated from MSU…
Trouble in the ozone
Framed by big skies and the glorious Rockies, Denver at first glance looks like a picture of natural health. But…