What: A monthly speaker series that highlights efforts to advance the regional sustainability plan.
When: Wednesday, April 16, from 12:00 – 1:30 pm
Where:
Who: This event is open to the community. Please help us spread the word.
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/19MGFvo7J3/
SIP Topic: Fountain Creek Water Quality – What the Data Tells Us
How fire, flood, drought, and human development are shaping the watershed—and how partnerships and science are helping to protect it. Fountain Creek is one of Colorado’s most closely monitored and ecologically diverse waterways—spanning urban neighborhoods, rural landscapes, and natural ecosystems from the top of Pikes Peak to Pueblo. In this Earth Week presentation, water quality expert Annie Berlemann shares what we know from 68 monitoring sites.
With over $1.3 million invested annually in data collection, the Fountain Creek Watershed tells a complex story of resilience, risk, and recovery. Learn about major turning points—from the Waldo Canyon and Black Forest fires to the “Miracle May” floods—and discover what it takes to track and improve water health for both people and wildlife, including the native Flathead chub, a species of special concern.
Whether you’re an environmental professional, a curious resident, or just someone who cares about water and the future of Colorado’s ecosystems, this is a must-attend talk that connects science, stewardship, and sustainability.
These presentations will be recorded and available on Studio 809’s Peak Environment Podcast. Please allow for two to three weeks for the production of the podcast. You can also listen to past SIP presentations on Peak 809 Podcasts at peakallianceco.org.
