Breckenridge Sustainability

• Effective July 1, 2024: No business in Breckenridge will be allowed to sell or offer single-use plastic water bottles less than a gallon in volume.

Sustainable Travel Tips: Breckenridge’s Plastic Bag and Bottle Ban

We have an important update to share regarding the Town of Breckenridge’s efforts to reduce plastic waste. This update will affect locals, visitors, and everyone else heading to Breckenridge, so make note of some of these important updates and tips. Starting July 1st, the next phase of Breckenridge’s Plastic Ban will take effect, and we want to ensure everyone is ready for these changes.
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How Breckenridge is a Regenerative Travel Destination

Sustainable travel has become an important part in choosing vacation destinations and Breckenridge does it well as a Mountain IDEAL sustainable destination. But have you heard of regenerative travel? Regenerative travel focuses on how travel can improve not only the environment but the communities that people visit so you can have a net positive impact on the destination you are visiting.  
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Sustainability Tips From the High Country Conservation Team

With a mission to promote practical solutions for waste reduction and resource conservation in our mountain community, HC3 is a non-profit resource for people who care about the sustainability of Summit County.
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Volunteer Opportunities in Breckenridge

Whether you live in Breckenridge or are just visiting, there’s no better way to give back to our mountain community than by volunteering a little time. There are countless nonprofit organizations in Breckenridge and Summit County that provide services to our residents, the planet and beyond.
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Your Guide to Sustainable Travel in Breckenridge

If you’re planning a trip to Breckenridge, consider adding a sustainable travel plan to your checklist. Earlier this year Breckenridge became the second town in the world to be certified as a Mountain IDEAL sustainable destination.
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