Sustainability

Bandelier National Monument's mission compels us to continue that legacy of environmental stewardship in our own operations as well as in the visitor services we provide

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Bandelier National Monument is committed to placing climate friendly behavior at the forefront of planning and operations. The park is reducing costs, increasing its sustainability and doing its part to lessen the impacts of pollution and climate change can have on park resources.

Make a climate friendly visit to Bandelier National Monument!

Follow these easy tips to create a more sustainable park adventure.

Recycling made easy

You can recycle most glass, aluminum and plastic in the park's commingled recycling bins. Follow the bin instructions and avoid putting trash into them. The park cannot recycle frozen food boxes, paper coffee cups or plastic bags.

Hydrate the eco-friendly way

Save cash and the environment by using a durable, reusable water bottle and shopping bags instead of disposable bottles and plastic bags. Each are for sale at the Western National Parks Association store.

Make a travel plan

Carpool and combine short trips to reduce vehicle miles traveled.

Let us drive

Take advantage of the park's shuttle service and spend more time enjoying the scenery and less behind the wheel.

Take your time

Keep your vehicle tires properly inflated and observe speed limits. Your fuel economy generally drops above 50 mph so it also costs you more.

Turn off that engine

Idling your car for more than 30 seconds uses more fuel than restarting the engine. Turn off your engine when stopped to save gas and cut down on air pollution from your vehicle's exhaust emissions.

Do your part for the parks from home!

It's amazing how much impact one small action can make when it's performed by many people. Here are some ideas to make a difference in your home and community.

• Buy local products that are sourced and manufactured in environmentally friendly ways to influence good economic practices.
• Reduce, reuse and recycle your products and waste.
• Drive less by carpooling or using public transportation.
• Challenge yourself to reduce your energy consumption by 10 percent this year.
• Talk to your family and friends about what you've learned. When you take action, you inspire others to do the same!

Want to learn more?

For more tips to creating a more sustainable world, visit the National Park Service Sustainability and Climate Change website.