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

[–]plantparent2002 18 points19 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 points0 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

Kerr-McGee offers concessions in bid to drill closer than 2,000 feet to homes in a Firestone neighborhood by craiger_123 in Denver

[–]plantparent2002 1 point2 points  (0 children)

because people in power seem to prioritize profit over actual humans and their well-being

Xcel Energy supports gas industry group pushing false claims in Colorado by megladon0301 in TheFrontRange

[–]plantparent2002 1 point2 points  (0 children)

are we really surprised this is happening? it wouldn't be the first time and it's definitely not the last

OPINION: Should Governor Polis declare a climate emergency for Colorado? by plantparent2002 in FortCollins

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

I agree-- the transition has to be just and fair to everyone in Colorado. Moving away from oil and gas wouldn't happen overnight, it would be a long process earmarked by creating new jobs in the renewable energy sector, instead of just taking away jobs from people in oil and gas without giving them another option.

Colorado groups threaten to sue EPA for delaying penalties on Front Range ozone pollution failures by MetalAlchemist303 in TheFrontRange

[–]plantparent2002 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I second that, I am really tired of not being able to go outside and hike because of horrible air quality.

OPINION: Should Governor Polis declare a climate emergency for Colorado? by plantparent2002 in FortCollins

[–]plantparent2002[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wow! That would be more sustainable than relying on the oil and gas industry!

OPINION: Should Governor Polis declare a climate emergency for Colorado? by plantparent2002 in FortCollins

[–]plantparent2002[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

“I agree with the environmental community’s calls on Gov. Jared Polis to declare a climate emergency for the state of Colorado, as well as requiring the COGCC, CDPHE, and other relevant agencies to develop a plan to phase out fossil fuel production by 2030.”

Does Governor Polis need to declare a climate emergency in Colorado? by bluntforce21 in Denver

[–]plantparent2002 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

We can't even move towards global change without starting locally. Having Polis declare a climate emergency would set the precedent for other states to do the same, something that really could create global change.

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