News & Stories
Save the Date: 2026 VNRC Annual Celebration
Save the date for VNRC’s 63rd Annual Celebration on Wednesday, October 7th in Bristol, VT! We’re looking forward to gathering our community after an eventful summer to celebrate what we’ve…
VNRC Presents “Vermont Light”, an Exhibit by Phil Laughlin, on Friday, October 2nd
On Friday, October 2nd, VNRC will be hosting our closing reception for “Vermont Light”, an exhibit by artist Phil Laughlin of Williston. A lifelong artist, Phil discovered the rich tradition of New…
Policy Update: How VT Can Support Housing Growth While Protecting our Wetlands
This week, VNRC, Conservation Law Foundation (CLF), Lake Champlain Committee (LCC), Let’s Build Homes, and the Agency of Natural Resources announced a set of action steps the state could pursue…
A 60 Year Legacy of Environmental Protection and a Champion for Vermont's Future
A short film commemorating six decades of VNRC's work to protect Vermont's environment and support its vibrant communities.
Or, check out our weekly Climate Dispatch video series, live from the State House!
Our Mission
VNRC’s mission is to promote a healthy environment and resilient communities for all Vermonters today and into the future.
Join Today
Julie Wolcott
Member and retired dairy farmerVNRC works on collaborative solutions to existing and potential environmental issues. I trust them to speak out and up for policies, rules and legislation that protect all of Vermont’s natural resources and promote healthy communities of people, animal life, forests, and waterways.
Gianna Petito
Grants Coordinator, Clean Water Initiative Program at the Vermont Department of Environmental ConservationI'm so impressed with how VNRC is championing dam removals across the state. Their depth of technical knowledge and ability to foster partnerships make them a great advocate for aquatic habitat connectivity and flood resilience.
Amy Seidl
Former VNRC board member, author, and educatorVNRC has a long history of convening Vermonters who care about environmental protection. I deeply appreciate that VNRC leverages this role to gain greater support for environmental stewardship and the human health and well-being that is intimately tied to it.