At least we think so... 

We at the Alliance spend a lot of time on the internet throughout the day gathering inspiration from a great many sources. Instead of hording all the good information for ourselves we decided it was a good idea to share it with anyone who cares to delve into the quagmire of information that we sift through daily.  So grab a beverage, put on your thinking cap and start clicking away.

Legal Disclosure of sorts: These links in no way express the views, thoughts, feelings, clothing style or emotional state of the Alliance or any of the Board members or staff... past, present or future. They are for fun, information and sharing. So please enjoy responsibly and always designate a responsible reader.

So here you go, click away and learn about cool things cool people are doing here in Colorado and around the globe....

Awareness

Chicago Climate Exchange - Chicago Climate Exchange (CCX) operates North America's only cap and trade system for all six greenhouse gases with global affiliates and projects worldwide.

Earthship Biotecture - To evolve the way humans live on this planet by evolving existing methods of living, home by home.

Tracking Project - In Corrales, New Mexico, has worked with community educators and Native elders from around the world to design a series of teachings which connect individuals directly to the natural world.

Carbon Offsets

Carbon Neutral Shipping -  For as little as five cents more per package, gain more control over your climate impact with UPS carbon neutral shipping, a UPS shipping service that offsets the carbon dioxide (CO₂) associated with the packages it transports.

Climate Trust - The Climate Trust is a mission-driven nonprofit that specializes in climate solutions for governments, utilities, and large businesses. We provide carbon offsets, customized voluntary offset programs, and climate consulting services. We apply this market experience to the development of sound climate policy. Our focus on quality ensures the integrity of both the carbon market and the environment.

Project C - Colorado Carbon Fund - The Governor’s Energy Office created the Project C campaign to help individuals, business owners and event planners measure, reduce, and offset their carbon emissions.

Environmenal Advocacy

Earth Day Network - All you need to know about Earth Day

Environment Colorado - Statewide, citizen-based environmental advocacy organization

Green America - Our mission is to harness economic power—the strength of consumers, investors, businesses, and the marketplace—to create a socially just and environmentally sustainable society.

High Country Conservation Center - Goal is to improve awareness and appreciation of the environment and to assist in preservation efforts in the community.

Preservation

Eagle River Watershed Council - "The vision of the Eagle River Watershed Council is to protect and enhance the high quality natural, scenic and economic values that our rivers and tributaries provide our citizens, visitors and wildlife population."

Eagle Valley Land Trust - The mission of the Eagle Valley Land Trust is to preserve forever scenic vistas, open space, historic lands, waterways and wildlife habitat that represent the uniqueness of Eagle County for the enjoyment, education and benefit of all who experience this special place.

Surfrider Foundation - The Surfrider Foundation is a non-profit environmental organization dedicated to the protection and enjoyment of the world's oceans, waves and beaches for all people, through conservation, activism, research and education.

Sustainable Food/Gardening

Organic Consumers Association - An online and grassroots non-profit 501(c)3 public interest organization campaigning for health, justice, and sustainability.

Permaculture Institute - Our mission is to promote sustainable living skills through education, networking and demonstration projects.

The Land Institute - Our purpose is to develop an agricultural system with the ecological stability of the prairie and a grain yield comparable to that from annual crops.

Stop the Junk Mail!

No More Junk Mail - It's time to reclaim our resources, our time and our mailboxes by stopping junk mail early and often by following ten easy steps.  Follow the link and they will show you how.

Yellow Pages Opt Out -  Opt out of receiving a new phone book ever year.