How can you personally Commit to Tomorrow?

Environmental work is truly a team effort. Below are things you can do as a consumer and through daily choices to support a healthy planet.

Reduce, Reuse, Recycle

Limit waste by recycling/composting and opting for reusable products like bags, bottles, and containers. Learn all about recycling and composting.

Conserve Water and Energy

Turn off lights when not in use, take shorter showers, and purchase energy-efficient appliances. Tips for water conservation. 

Maximize Home Energy Efficiency

Improvements like air sealing, additional insulation, or upgrading to energy-efficient windows will create a more comfortable living space and save money and energy. Need a new stove? Is your boiler or water heater up for replacement soon? One of the most impactful climate actions you can take is to choose efficient, electric equipment for your next upgrade. Contact CORE for a home energy assessment.

Use Green Transportation 

Walk, bike, or use public transit instead of driving alone. Consider purchasing an electric vehicle if driving is necessary. Visit www.driveless.net for ideas and resources. 

Support the Second-Hand Economy

Donate or consign gently used items to give them a second life.  Aspen has great resources like Aspen Thrift Shop, Susie’s Consignment, Replay Sports, and Motherlode Mercantile. Let us know if you have more resources: climate@aspen.gov!

Support Local and Sustainable Products

Choose local, organic, and sustainably produced foods. Check out the Aspen Saturday Market June-October for local goods. Consider shopping at businesses that are working towards sustainability as Colorado Green Business Network of Aspen members. 

Plant Trees and Maintain Green Spaces

Trees play a crucial role in absorbing carbon and improving air quality. You can check out the trees in Aspen's urban forest through this cool interactive map and learn more about the air quality benefits of Aspen's trees on the Forestry webpage.