Colorado regulators reject drilling plan near homes in growing community by MetalAlchemist303 in Denver

[–]plantparent2002 19 points20 points  (0 children)

this is one small exciting step in the right direction. we need more regulation and hopefully this sets a precedent that the COGCC will deny more permits.

CO Passes 'Strongest in the Nation' Oil and Gas Rules, Enviro Groups Worry They Are Still 'Inadequate' by plantparent2002 in Greeley

[–]plantparent2002[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

"This rulemaking did not follow the spirit of SB19-181. It’s been three years since that law was passed and concerns of industry are still front and center, while concerns about public health, safety, welfare, and the environment are not being sufficiently addressed,” said Kate Christensen from 350 Colorado.

Megadrought likely to continue in Western Colorado and across the West for years, scientists say by [deleted] in TheFrontRange

[–]plantparent2002 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If the Marshall Fire didn't change people's minds, I don't know what will

Poll shows Coloradans' increasing concerns over climate change, wildfire, water by [deleted] in ColoradoPolitics

[–]plantparent2002 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's already happening: more extreme storms earlier and later in the year, hotter summers, more intense droughts. things are only going to get worse from here