How will Colorado Springs meet its water needs for the next 50 years? Our water system is complex and far-reaching – spanning more than 100 miles. Colorado Springs Utilities Senior Conservation Education Specialist Birgit Landin shares what it takes to acquire, treat and deliver water to our community every day. She also explains the challenges we face and Utilities’ roadmap for a cost-effective water supply for the next 50 years.
Next Sustainability in Progress meeting:
Wednesday, May 18, 2022 from 8 to 9 am
Virtual only. Register here.
Conserving Water at Home
A dry winter, long-term drought, and record low levels in major Colorado River reservoirs have all of us wondering what we can do to minimize our water consumption. Kate Larson of Resource Central shares how the organization is helping communities implement programs to encourage homeowners to conserve water.
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Colorado Springs Utilities Rebates and Showerheads
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Special thanks to Studio 809 Supporter and Community Partner, Springs Homes
And thanks to the MeadowGrass Music Festival. This wonderful outdoor concert experience in the Black Forest is coming up Memorial Day weekend. Info and tickets here.
The mission of Peak Alliance for a Sustainable Future is to promote regional sustainability and advance the Pikes Peak region’s sustainability plan (PPR2030) through regional collaboration and outreach. Connect with us at peakalliance.org
The following environment/sustainability organizations in the Pikes Peak region collaborate to produce the Peak Environment podcast about environmental stewardship, sustainable living and enlightened public policy in the Pikes Peak Region.
Colorado Springs Office of Innovation
Peak Alliance for a Sustainable Future
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