western slope resources reporting

An ongoing drought in the Four Corners is placing further stress on farmers bringing their local produce to market. Seeking an opportunity to collaborate,…

Livestock operations contribute a significant percentage of the world’s greenhouse gas emissions. The beef industry, which takes more water and land than…

A local student activist group in Telluride has led the charge in making the switch from plastic cutlery to silverware in the cafeteria. Now, they hope…

In the wake of Tri-State’s announcement that it will shut down the Nucla power plant by the end of 2022, the West End of Montrose County focuses on…

In sunny southwest Colorado, the potential for solar energy is inviting to homeowners looking for long-term savings. However, that investment comes with a…

A recent report from the International Panel on Climate Change warns that countries must act immediately to mitigate the effects of global warming. As the…

Facing a volatile market and a high cost of entry, the future of agriculture depends on young newcomers who are willing to take the risk. One group in…

Water managers in the Southwest are witnessing record levels of reservoir depletion, and Colorado’s Western Slope is feeling the stretch, especially in…

Colorado River water demand is on the rise but the supply is dwindling. Is there enough water to meet agricultural, industrial, and municipal needs, and…

Wildfire is an increasing problem for Coloradans. They’re bigger than ever before, lasting longer, and affecting more people.That’s prompted some in the…