We Love High Country Conservation

High Country Conservation Center's (HC3) mission is to promote practical solutions for waste reduction and resource conservation in our mountain community. HC3 is focused on impactful climate action. Program areas include waste reduction, energy efficiency and clean energy, water conservation, and sustainable food production.

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High Country Conservation Center (HC3) High Country Conservation Center promotes practical solutions & resource conservation in our mountain community.

Climate Action

Over 90% of Summit County's greenhouse gas emissions come from the energy we use in buildings and the fuel we use in our cars and trucks. HC3's climate programs help community members become part of the solution - from saving energy and installing solar panels to electrifying our homes and vehicles.

Zero Waste

HC3's innovative recycling and composting iniatives empower our community to reduce waste. By taking action today, we can keep valuable resources out of the landfill and preserve Summit County for future generations.

Water Conservation

Most of Summit County's water supply comes from snowpack. Climate change threatens that snowpack and the long-term sustainability of our water supply. HC3's community programs build resiliency through water encouraging conservation.

Make a Donation to HC3

The High Country Conservation Center, (HC3) is your conservation organization working on climate action, waste reduction and recycling, energy efficiency, sustainable business programs, water conservation, and local food systems in Summit County. Let’s work together to build a more resilient future and protect this place we all love to live and play. Your support makes the conservation programs and services we provide to our community possible.