It took quite a while, but Colorado has finally passed new legislation to scrap Columbus Day as a recognized paid state holiday. In its place, the first Monday of October will now honor Frances Xavier Cabrini, who according to the bill, is the woman responsible for creating 67 … [Read more...] about Colorado created the first paid state holiday honoring a woman in America
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No state is more prepared for a transition to 100% clean energy than Colorado
At the moment, Colorado only generates a fraction of its electricity using clean energy sources. Despite this, there’s perhaps no state that is better poised for a full-scale transition to clean energy. For one thing, thanks to its bountiful sunlight and wind, Colorado has … [Read more...] about No state is more prepared for a transition to 100% clean energy than Colorado
A new study finds EVs hold the key to decarbonization in America
Just how big a role are EVs going to play in decarbonization? Although there are varying opinions on the matter, Community Energy (a renewable energy project developer) has developed models of both the financial and carbon impacts of large-scale vehicle electrification in … [Read more...] about A new study finds EVs hold the key to decarbonization in America
As insulin prices soar, Colorado caps co-pays at $100 for insured residents
Earlier this week (in the emissary section) we wrote about a project in Oakland where people are figuring out how to produce insulin themselves. The project is a testament to the skyrocketing prices of the lifesaving drug as nearly 7.5 million Americans struggle to cover the … [Read more...] about As insulin prices soar, Colorado caps co-pays at $100 for insured residents