Clean Energy & Climate Action
VNRC takes a multi-pronged approach to help Vermonters combat the increasingly urgent climate crisis. From digging in at the local level with committed Vermonters to helping to advance strong state policy and in between, we combine exhaustive research, communications, public engagement, and policy advocacy to ensure Vermont embraces bold, equitable, job-creating clean energy solutions. We fundamentally believe that to change everything, we will need everyone. That means you!
At A Glance
Global Warming Solutions Act: Climate Council
Get updates on the Climate Council's work to ensure Vermont meets our emissions reduction goals.
Read MoreModernizing Vermont's Renewable Energy Standard
This legislative session, VNRC is advocating for critical reforms to Vermont’s Renewable Energy Standard (RES) to meet the urgency of the climate crisis and position Vermont for a successful clean energy future.
Read MoreClean Energy and Efficiency
Helping Vermont save money, reduce pollution, and create jobs by reducing the energy needed to heat homes and businesses
Read MoreClimate Action News
Climate Dispatch: Renewable Energy and Flood Safety Bills Pass!
This week we had important victories in both the House and Senate as the Flood Safety Bill (S.213) passed the Senate on a tripartisan 24-4 vote, and the Renewable Energy Standard bill…
Three Things: Legislative Progress & Action, an Event with Sustainable Woodstock, Tickets for Wild & Scenic Film Festival
Three Things: Updating you on legislative progress and an opportunity for action, sharing an Earth Day event from Sustainable Woodstock, selling tickets for our Wild & Scenic Film Festival Stay…
Vermont House Passes Modernized Renewable Energy Standard
Montpelier, VT – Today, the Vermont House of Representatives passed H.289, to modernize Vermont’s Renewable Energy Standard. The bill would put Vermont on track to achieve 100% renewable electricity across…