Tag: environmental policy
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Colorado legislature OKs tax incentives for low-emission heat pumps, building materials
The Colorado legislature passed a measure Tuesday to create tax incentives for heat pumps and environmentally-friendly building materials in an attempt to lower the state’s greenhouse gas emissions. If signed into law by Gov. Jared Polis, Senate Bill 51 would establish a sales tax exemption for low-emission heat pumps and building materials including green concrete,…
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Denver stores to begin charging fees for single-use bags on Thursday
Denver shoppers will have to bring their own bags or face a fee beginning Thursday as the city’s “Bring your own Bag” ordinance goes into effect. The ordinance requires stores in Denver to charge customers 10 cents for each single-use plastic or paper bag they use to carry their purchases. The ordinance, passed by the…