Issue Position: Environment

Issue Position

We must protect and preserve our spectacular natural environments and waterways so that working people and families can live their own grand Colorado adventure:

Climate Change is the greatest threat to Colorado's natural environment, healthy ecosystems and tourism/outdoor recreation economy. I strongly support the numerous efforts underway by local communities and state government to reduce greenhouse gases by promoting alternative energy consumption and transition away from fossil fuels in favor of renewables. Several counties and communities in HD61 are leading the state with aggressive energy and climate action plans. The state must support these local initiatives and drive similar efforts at the state level.
Water Quality and Conservation are key to our agricultural, ranching, and tourism/outdoor recreation economies. Water demand in this state, especially along the front range, exceeds our water supply from the Western Slope. I support funding for the implementation of Colorado's Water Plan and innovative approaches to ensure adequate water supply and storage.
Poor Forest Health and Wildfires are significant threats to our mountain communities and pristine landscapes.

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