Research
Investigating problems and crafting solutions
Tackling air pollution in Colorado: Power plants represent America’s single biggest source of air pollution, affecting our waterways, destroying ecosystems, and polluting the air we breathe. Pollution from coal-fired power plants in particular contributes to four of the five leading causes of mortality in the United States: heart disease, cancer, stroke and chronic respiratory diseases. Our report, “Dirty Energy’s Assault on our Health: Mercury,” shines a spotlight on the health risks of mercury pollution and sets forth practical policy recommendations for cutting mercury emissions.
Education
Educating the public and making our voices heard
In 2011, we informed thousands of Coloradans about ways to use less energy, save fuel and save money. By taking simple steps at home, the average Coloradan can take control of their energy use, reducing emissions and decreasing our reliance on fossil fuels.
