We envision a biologically healthy future for our region – one that includes a diversity of species and ecosystems, thriving populations of wildlife, and a sustainable coexistence between people and nature. Using research, community science, legal action, and advanced geospatial analysis, we offer solutions for conserving our most at-risk animal and plant species and landscapes.
We recently joined with our friends at Wilderness Workshop to file a lawsuit in Federal Court, asking for a ruling overturning the White River National Forest's Record of Decision for the Berlaimont Estates Road Improvement Project that was issued last Friday.
The WRNF lands adjacent to and near the proposed Berlaimont Estates Development provide important habitat for sensitive and protected plants and wildlife, including Canada lynx, greenback cutthroat trout, and greater sage-grouse; sensitive bird species like the Brewers Sparrow; and declining populations of deer, elk, and Harrington’s Penstemon.
Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) passed new financial assurance rules last year that Governor Jared Polis calls the “strongest in the nation.” The goal was to require operators to better prepare to meet the financial costs of cleaning up drilling and production sites.
Operators have now filed Financial Assurance Plans with COGCC. Rocky Mountain Wild and partners have reviewed these plans. Many operators are following the spirit and intent of the rules. However, we created this interactive map showing that dozens of Colorado’s oil and gas producers (including K.P. Kauffman) are skirting these rules.
The Gender Advancement and Parity in STEM (GAPS) program supports our work to reduce gender bias in our field through mentorship and internships for people from marginalized genders.
And during Women's History Month, we're taking applications for our mentorship program! The mentorship program connects emerging and more seasoned environmentalists and scientists from marginalized genders together to network, support, and build capacity.
Protect great sage-grouse, black-tailed and white-tailed prairie dog habitat by submitting your comments to Wyoming Bureau of Land Management’s 3rd Quarter Oil and Gas Lease Sale! Our screen shows conflicts with all three habitats and more. Use our resources to submit your comments ahead of the April 10 deadline.
Protect the Salt Creek Drainage Area of Critical Environmental Concern, Kinney Rim Citizens' Proposed Wilderness, important habitat for white-tailed and black-tailed prairie dogs, and more by submitting your comments to Wyoming Bureau of Land Management's 4th Quarter Oil and Gas Lease Sale! Use our resources to submit your comments ahead of the April 17 deadline.
Protect habitat for greater sage-grouse, including priority habitat management areas, crucial winter habitat for mule deer, and more by submitting your comments to Utah Bureau of Land Management's 3rd Quarter Oil and Gas Lease Sale! Use our resources to submit your comments ahead of the April 17 deadline.
Protect important habitat for terrestrial species of economic and recreational importance and areas identified as a priority corridor region for pronghorn by submitting your protest to New Mexico Bureau of Land Management's May 2023 Oil and Gas Lease Sale! Use our resources to submit your comments ahead of the April 17 deadline.