Tips & Tricks
Send Less to the Landfill & Put More to Good Use!
This blog shares ways to help you make sure you’re doing all you can to keep more out of the landfill and put those items to good use through recycling and composting. From checking out new items accepted for recycling to learning what’s the best way to remove food residue before tossing that peanut butter jar, we’ll share monthly tips and tricks to help you. Follow along as we help you become a waste wizard!
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Charging Forward
Our Electric Vehicle chargers are now free to use. Find out more!
Virtually Amazing
Ready to generate some knowledge? Find out here bout virtual power plants and why they matter for clean energy.
Top of the Class
Longmont has again been recognized as a Smart Energy Provider! That’s pretty brilliant for our community.
Er … What’s a DER?
Never heard of a distributed energy resource? You’re not alone. Here’s what they are and why they’re hugely helpful.
Rad Recycling Resources
Learn about the Waste Wizard and other great resources for how to recycle almost everything.
Staying Smart
Feb. 14 marks the first-ever Smart Energy Provider Week – a group we’re proud to have Longmont be part of. Read on for more.
Pumping Up Interest
Now’s your chance to learn more about electric heat pumps for your home! Check out Fort Collins’s upcoming workshop.
A Look Back at 2019
From NextLight anniversaries to “Smart Energy” recognition, 2019 was a busy year for LPC.
Getting Smart
LPC is officially a Smart Energy Provider! Find out more.
A Day in the Life of a Trash Collector
No matter the weather, your household trash always leaves the curb.City of Longmont Waste Services collectors pick up trash, recycling and…
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