program announcements
Take 5 for the Environment
Change five simple habits today and make a positive impact! Pledge to do your part and help Denver become the most environmentally friendly city in the nation. We'll send you a free residential toolkit with resources and tips to help
green your home. Make the pledge!
This Summer, Be Energy Smart and Turn it Up
We're conserving energy in seven government buildings by raising thermostats four degrees. Join us! Register your business in our Cool Biz program and help us measure energy savings.
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Denver's New TreeBank to Help Windsor Devastation
We're helping the Town of Windsor begin to restore a treasured community park devastated by a tornado in May. By making a donation to The Mile High Million's new TreeBank, you can help restore Windsor Main Park for future generations. Donations received between now and July 10 will go directly toward the purchase and replanting of trees in the Windsor park system. Learn more | Donate online today!
Insulate and Seal Rebates Now Available
Insulating and sealing your home helps reduce heating and cooling needs, which saves energy and money. But many of Denver's older homes lack proper insulation. If you're a homeowner of an existing home that needs retrofitting, rebates are now available to help with your installation costs.
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Mayor Hickenlooper Adopts Denver's Climate Plan
Denver's Climate Action Plan was officially adopted on October 24, 2007 following eight months of research by Denver's Greenprint Council and five months of public feedback. Mayor Hickenlooper also signed Executive Order 123, which formally establishes the city's sustainability policy. It includes
Denver's first municipal green building policy along with several measures to promote sustainability within city operations.
Keep it Clean, From Drain to Stream
H2O Jo and Flo are spreading the word about water quality as part of Denver's Wastewater Management Division's
Keep it Clean campaign. Their message
this month is "pick up litter and after your critter!" Help conserve and protect our natural
waterways and keep pollutants out of our storm drains by disposing of litter and pet waste properly, which can harm fish, birds and
other wildlife in our streams and rivers.
community news
New Statewide Energy Campaign Begins
In June, Governor Ritter and Mayor Hickenlooper kicked off Colorado's statewide energy efficiency campaign, featuring simple steps you can take to save money. Visit the Governor's Energy Office for information, and see other fun videos on the Mayor's YouTube channel.
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Recycle Your CFLs at ACE Hardware
Coloradans can now drop off used compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs) and mercury-containing thermostats for free recycling at any Ace Hardware store in the state. The spiral shaped bulbs contain a small amount of mercury and should not be thrown away in the trash. CFLs are also accepted in Denver's Household Hazardous Waste collection program.
what is greenprint denver?
Greenprint Denver: A Citywide Action Plan
Greenprint Denver is a long-term, citywide initiative to promote the importance of sustainable development and ecologically-friendly practices
throughout the community.
With a comprehensive action agenda, the city aims to integrate environmental impact considerations into its programs and policies. Participation from the community is vital for the city to meet a series of goals over the next five years. Read more about the plan on this Web site, and find out how you can get involved.
make your tree count
One tree...two trees...a million trees. Have you planted yours? If so, make sure it counts!
Register your tree
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upcoming events
July 24, 2008
Choosing Renewable Energy Investments
July 24-25, 2008
Context Sensitive Solutions: Designing Transportation Projects for People and Places
July 28-August 2, 2008
Living Streets Technical Workshop
July 29, 2008
Colorado CleanTech Initiative
July 29, 2008
Rocky Mountain Land Series with Courtney White
July 30, 2008
Living Streets: Our Cities Depend Upon Them
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sustainability profile
LED Traffic Lights
Since the late 1990s, Denver has converted more than 48,000 traffic and pedestrian signals to use LED bulbs, which require 90 percent less energy and last up to five times longer. More info...
use only what you need
Water Savings Tip
Use a broom to clean sidewalks, driveways and pavement instead of a hose.
More tips... | Get freebies!
2008 convention
Greening Denver
Denver is hosting the 2008 Democratic National Convention on August 25-28 and the city is committed to making this the greenest convention possible.
Multiple businesses, community partners and volunteers are working together to integrate sustainable practices and minimize the environmental impacts of the convention.
An estimated 50,000 guests will be coming to Denver, including delegates, media, and their friends and families.
Green businesses in the Denver metro area that follow best practices are encouraged to register in the online
vendor directory for recognition.
today's air quality
Ozone Reduction Tip
Avoid use of flammable household products, such as some floor wax, furniture polish, fabric cleaners and insect foggers, all of which tend to have solvents.
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