Every year, CEC inspires thousands of organizations and individuals who, like you, care deeply about Colorado. We work on a variety of issues that span the state and include protecting our public lands, ensuring the quality of the water we drink, preserving wildlife habitat and opportunities for recreation, advocating for good transportation and growth practices, promoting common sense policies in the state legislature, and providing technology resources to other non-profits.

Wilderness
Colorado is blessed with a number of designated Wilderness Areas, but these lands only represent a small portion of the lands suitable for Wilderness designation in Colorado, and protect a limited number of the different ecosystems and wildlife habitat found in the state. CEC is dedicated to winning wilderness protection for Colorado's roadless wildlands – some of the most breathtaking landscapes in our nation.
>> more

Energy
Energy exploration is occurring at an unprecedented rate, and Colorado is ground zero for much of this development. As the energy demands of our region and the nation increase, it is critical that we find ways to balance our energy needs with the importance of protecting our land, air, water, and wildlife.
>> more

Water
Generations of Coloradans have relied on our waterways and aquifers to support farms and ranches, and each year people come from around the United States (and beyond) to fish, kayak, raft and play in our rivers. CEC works with our partners to develop and advocate for the adoption of water supply and management decisions that are environmentally and economically sustainable in order to conserve, protect and restore Colorado rivers.
>> more

Smart Growth
Coloradans are attracted to our state because of its scenic beauty and its outstanding opportunities for outdoor recreation. Yet Colorado's rapid development and lack of significant growth management policies threaten to undermine the quality of life we enjoy in Colorado. CEC is working to promote smart policies for urban growth and transportation. 
>> more

State Legislature
On behalf of the conservation community, CEC lobbies elected officials at the local, state and federal level on priority campaigns and helps in educating and influencing decision makers and the public on important issues. The pro-conservation majority currently residing in the state legislature is a tremendous opportunity for CEC as it seeks to gain adoption of the conservation community’s priority agenda at the state legislature.
>> more

Building Capacity
Through our capacity building program, the Coalition offers a variety of equipment and services to environmental and other progressive nonprofit organizations in Colorado. CEC’s goal is to strengthen and build technology know-how in the conservation community and among its partner organizations. Topics and tools include media equipment and training, networking and computer support, GIS and cartography, and web-based organizing strategies.
>> more

Education and Outreach
Citizens who are passionate about Colorado's quality of life and wild places are the heart and soul of Colorado Environmental Coalition. Their energy and enthusiasm increases the Coalition's ability to respond to the threats that we face. Whether it is showing up at a rally, writing a letter to your state senator, or helping us block an illegal route through a proposed wilderness area, your action creates change. Get involved today!
>> more