ABOUT GREEN RESOURCES

Carbondale is trying to do its part to become one of the most sustainable communities in North America. The local economy is fueled by many thriving businesses and nonprofits that focus on sustainability. Organizations like SEI, SCoR,Sustainable Settings, and C.O.R.E. are working to promote renewable energy, reduce pollution and waste, and help businesses make their operations more environmentally friendly.

The reality of global warming is beyond dispute or debate. It’s not just an environmental issue. The U.S., with only 4% of the world’s population, is responsible for 22% of the world’s greenhouse gas emissions. A rapid transition to energy efficiency and renewable energy sources will combat global warming, protect human health, create new jobs, protect habitat and wildlife, and ensure a secure, affordable energy future.

Our town government approved the Carbondale Energy Plan which outlines steps to reduce emissions, become more energy independent, and strengthen the economy in the process. A Clean Renewable Energy Bonds (CREB’s) was also approved by the town to construct and operate two large-scale solar systems in a near future.

Sustaining Tomorrow Today released the Mid-Valley Green Map that highlights sustainable businesses and assists visitors and locals make healthier choices. The green map system is a global eco-culture movement, energized by local knowledge, action and responsibility.

There are lots of reasons to become green. Green business improves employee morale and the health of the workplace, holds a marketing edge over the competition, strengthens its bottom line through operating efficiencies, and recognizes your business as an environmental leader. For consumers, shopping green can help reduce waste and protect our environment because Green businesses employ pollution prevention practices, conserve energy, water, and other resources, and minimize waste.

Click here for a list of participating Chamber Members . . .

For the detailed Town of Carbondale Energy & Climate Protection Plan and Energy Bond information, please visit the following links:

Town of Carbondale Energy and Climate Protection Plan
Clean Renewable Energy Bonds Resolution

To check the new Carbondale Efficient Building (CEB) Program, click here.

To find out more information about the green map, just click at the link below:

How Green is Our Valley? Post Indepenent

Western Slope’s largest solar farm planned for Carbondale
- by Scott Condon . . . Aspen Daily News, November 1, 2007
The Aspen Skiing Co. and Colorado Rocky Mountain School hope to build a solar farm in Carbondale that would be the largest system of its kind on the Western Slope.