Go Green

Fort Collins is a city that's as committed to protecting the environment as it is to enjoying it. We know you'll have an amazing time while you're here, but did you know you can also feel good about your visit? Fort Collins offers many opportunities to make your trip a green one.

Try staying in one of our Climate Wise partner hotels, and know that you're supporting a business that is working hard to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and waste while still providing top-notch service.

Take a friendly tour of one of several Wind-powered New Belgium Brewing Company, Fort Collins, Colorado environmentally friendly breweries, from the mostly wind-powered New Belgium Brewing to the model of efficiency on a large scale - Anheuser-Busch. See firsthand how scientists are working to create fuel from algae at the Colorado State University Engines Lab. You can even enjoy some green eats at restaurants using locally sourced ingredients!

Spend some time in our great outdoors, fishing on Colorado's only nationally designated Wild & Scenic River, or touring town on a cruiser borrowed from the local bike library. These are just a few of many wonderful activities you can enjoy in Fort Collins Sustainable Community while minimizing your impact without sacrificing enjoyment. Throughout this guide, you will find environmentally responsible companies denoted by the Climate Wise logo ( ). These local businesses have committed to operating in a more efficient manner through Climate Wise, the city's nationally recognized program for environmental sustainability by partnering with businesses that voluntarily reduce their footprint through waste reduction, energy deficiency, water conservation and transportation reduction.

Take time to discover why on your next trip by visiting any of the Climate Wise partners noted throughout this guide.