Fed up with the undue influence of the energy companies, utilities, lobbyists and other interests that are making it impossible for Washington to move forward decisively in achieving America’s clean energy future, Western Colorado Congress and 35 other citizen organizations … Continue reading
by Janet Johnson, Grand Junction Map by Rocky Mountain Wild. A Denver District Court invalidated the radioactive materials license for the proposed Piñon Ridge uranium mill in western Montrose County on June 13. The license had been issued to Energy … Continue reading
photos and story by Lee Gelatt, WCC Community Organizer The Uranium Confab in Moab, Utah, on May 13-16, was a gathering for activists to learn and strategize around uranium issues in the Southwest. The conference was sponsored by the Information … Continue reading
WCC’s 32nd Annual Meeting is fast approaching on Saturday, October 13 at Battlement Mesa’s Activity Center (398 Arroyo Dr). A key feature of the day is WCC’s annual business meeting, with a number of opportunities for member input. Election of … Continue reading
by Frank Smith, WCC Director of Organizing Colorado has over 48,000 active oil or gas wells, and development is getting closer to people.Since 2009, over 1,300 oil & gas wells have been approved within 1,000 feet of a home, school … Continue reading
Chuck Malick, Western Colorado Congress’ long-time lobbyist in the Colorado legislature in Denver, will be making his annual “Dome on the Range” tour to the Western Slope this coming week! Plan to attend one of these meetings to learn more … Continue reading