Elise Schmelzer
Reporter at The Denver Post
Reporter @denverpost covering the environment, climate change, water, wildlife. Rabble-rouser @DenverGuild. Previously @cstribune. Curiosity is an act of hope.
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3 weeks ago |
timescall.com | Elise Schmelzer
At a lab in Fort Collins, scientists are researching how to incorporate artificial intelligence into the forecasting of hurricane paths and how to better predict storms' impact on wildfires. In Boulder, they're learning about ways to better forecast drought. Now that work is at risk as the Trump administration cuts the NOAA's budget. Subscribe to continue reading this article. Originally Published: April 25, 2025 at 7:14 AM MDT
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3 weeks ago |
denverpost.com | Elise Schmelzer
At a lab in Fort Collins, scientists are researching how to incorporate artificial intelligence into the forecasting of hurricane paths and how to better predict storms’ impact on wildfires. In Boulder, researchers are learning about ways to better forecast drought and assessing what kinds of pollutants are released into the air after a wildfire.
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3 weeks ago |
denverpost.com | Elise Schmelzer
A bipartisan proposal intended to draw data centers to Colorado by offering massive 20-year tax breaks has faced a litany of criticisms stemming from the centers’ environmental impact — and questions about whether state incentives are necessary to attract an already-booming industry. Senate Bill 280 would create a certification system that would grant tax incentives to data center builders if they meet certain benchmarks for investment and water and energy efficiency.
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1 month ago |
denverpost.com | Elise Schmelzer
Denver Water will forge ahead with construction on its $531 million project to raise Gross Dam despite the threat of ongoing litigation that could derail the massive reservoir expansion — one that utility leaders say is critical for future water security. A federal appeals court ruled late Friday that Denver Water could continue construction until further notice while it considers the utility’s request to review a lower court’s order blocking the project.
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1 month ago |
denverpost.com | Elise Schmelzer
An insurance company will pay $145 million to a Colorado man for repeatedly illegally delaying and denying his workers’ compensation claim for years after a fall at work caused him to lose his ability to walk, communicate and live independently.
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