Letâs protect what weâve got by putting lands first
We are so lucky to live in western Colorado, a place defined by its natural beauty and access to public lands.
From the high mountain peaks to the desert lowlands and from the Continental Divide to the Four Corners, there is no shortage of pristine lands and waters that fuel our economy and are our place of refuge and respite.
Here in the Grand Valley we see the direct impacts of climate change by experiencing extreme drought conditions and continued development in the desert.
Last summer most of our state endured weeks and months of wildfires exposing us to smoke and ash. Wildlife has suffered as well. Thankfully itâs not too late to commit to action and protect these places that mean so much to all of us. This commitment was demonstrated from day one of this administration. From reentering the Paris climate accords to signing the executive order that ensures we take bold climate action and protect 30% of our lands and waters by 2030. I am hopeful that our senators, Hickenlooper and Bennet, will continue to put our climate and lands first, ensuring we take the strong pro-conservation steps needed to leave the planet better than we found it.