The nitrogen problem

November 10, 8:25 AMRocky Mountain National Park ExaminerMisty Faucheux

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We already discussed the problem with algae in Rocky Mountain National Park in a previous blog post.  To continue the discussion of pollution in the park, another problem with the nitrogen is that it is increases the amount of sedges in Rocky Mountain National Park. Jill Baron of the U.S. Geological Survey has been studying the effects of high levels of air pollution in the park.

Her study convinced the superintendent of Rocky Mountain National Park, Vaughn Baker, to look for ways to cut pollution within the park. Since the park was created to protect ecosystems in animals, Baker wants to ensure that the park will be intact for years to come.

Back in 2007, Colorado and federal representatives and the park itself signed a plan to reduce nitrogen levels within the park within 25 years.