Sustainable Resilient Longmont

05/26/2026

🌱 Why Mulch Matters

Using mulch in your landscape is one of the simplest ways to save time, water, and money during the summer.

💧 Reduces water use — mulch can cut watering needs by up to 50%
🌿 Suppresses weeds — fewer weeds means less maintenance
🌼 Improves soil health — reduces the need for fertilizer over time
💰 Saves money and effort — less watering, weeding, and upkeep all season long

For best results, choose shredded, dye-free, natural mulch to keep your garden healthier and more sustainable.

05/21/2026

Ceiling fans have a summer setting that many people overlook.
Most fans include a switch that changes the blade direction to counterclockwise in the summer. This helps create a downdraft that moves air more effectively, making a room feel up to 4°F cooler without actually lowering the thermostat.
That small adjustment can improve comfort and reduce the need for air conditioning—saving energy while keeping your home more comfortable during warmer months.

05/19/2026

Downsizing your trash service is one of the simplest ways to save money and reduce waste in Longmont.

The City of Longmont offers three residential trash sizes:

Large (96 gallons) – $26.30/month
Medium (48 gallons) – $14.10/month
Small (48 gallons, every other week) – $7.10/month

That means you could cut your bill in half—or more—just by choosing a smaller cart and being more intentional about what you throw away.

https://longmontcolorado.gov/waste-services-trash-recycling-composting/trash/

Before you upgrade or renew, ask yourself: can you go down a size?

Less waste. Lower cost. Same essential service.

05/14/2026

Check out the TinkerMill Repair Café on May 16, 2026 9:30am-2:30pm, at 1840 Delaware Pl, Unit A.
This free community event helps extend the life of the things you already own by repairing instead of replacing. Bring broken or worn items such as electronics (radios, laptops, phones), furniture (chairs, tables, drawers), clothing (torn seams, missing buttons), small appliances (toasters, blenders, lamps), bicycles (punctures, adjustments), and toys (broken parts or assembly issues).
Repairs are done with the help of skilled volunteers, building community connections while reducing waste. Free RSVP online—come learn, fix, and keep useful items out of the landfill.

https://www.tickettailor.com/events/tinkermillmakerspaceevents/2019307

05/13/2026

Check out the rebates!

Drive an electric car? Rebates from Longmont Power & Communications for qualifying electric vehicle (EV) chargers are available now. Receive up to $500 for a level 2 residential EV charger or up to $1,000 for a dual-port level 2 charger on a multi-family site for public use. Applications are open and rebates will be available while funds last.

Learn more and apply at bit.ly/energyrebateslongmont or call 303-651-8599.

05/13/2026

Good news!

HB26-1007 legalizes plug-in solar, cuts costly interconnection red tape, and saves Colorado homeowners up to $10,000 on installation costs.

05/13/2026

Be an Advocate 🌎! - https://mailchi.mp/srlongmont/may2026newsletter

05/12/2026

The average home uses about 80 rolls of paper towels every year—that’s a lot of waste for something used once and thrown away.
Switching to reusable rags or Swedish dishcloths is a simple change that can dramatically reduce household waste while saving money over time. These alternatives are durable, washable, and designed to replace hundreds of single-use paper towels.
Small shifts in daily habits add up to big environmental savings for our community and beyond.

05/10/2026

We’re pushing for the passage of 5 federal bills designed to close dangerous oil and gas loopholes that put our health and environment at risk. From requiring chemical disclosure to mandating water testing, these bills—the FRAC, CLOSE, SHARED, CLEANER, and FRESHER Acts—aim to hold the industry accountable once and for all.

How can you help?

Contact your U.S. House Reps and urge them to co-sponsor the Frack Pack.

Commit to learning more about how these federal loopholes affect your community.

Spread the word! Share this post with your friends and family.

The more voices we have, the more powerful our message will be. Let’s protect our air, water, and future.

05/09/2026

International Compost Awareness Week may be ending, but composting continues year-round. Start a compost system, support local programs, attend events, and share your composting story. Together, we can build healthier soils and stronger communities.