Neighborhoods in Wheat Ridge often see trash trucks rolling by almost every day of the week. That’s because the city operates an open waste collection system, which means that residents choose from a handful of licensed private haulers. Although the freedom to choose who hauls your trash is nice, it also means that many Wheat
Construction and demolition materials are a significant source of waste in the United States. When buildings are torn down, the process typically generates about 90% of the overall generation of waste in the construction cycle, meaning that old buildings usually end up in the landfill. Some Wheat Ridge residents may have noticed that there is
Water and the lack of it is on everyone’s minds lately. As another article in this newspaper recently asked, “are local efforts a drop in the bucket” when it comes to statewide water scarcity? Sustainable Wheat Ridge, the volunteer committee that helps shape and implement the Sustainable Action Plan “SAP”, believes that all local efforts
Working at the neighborhood level helps build connections, strengthen community pride, and encourages residents to engage productively in city government. The Sustainable Neighborhoods Network creates opportunities for direct, hands-on environmental improvement, and collaborative idea-building and skill-sharing, all while getting to know your neighbors. It’s a unique approach to build community-level environmental action, strengthen neighborhood resilience
Wheat Ridge is a beautiful place with a tradition of stewardship for our natural resources. Our nickname, the “Carnation City” is more than just a reference to our agricultural heritage; it represents a way of life embedded in our community. From our expansive trail network to the historic ditches winding through our neighborhoods, we are
