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VNRC and VCV Condemn Federal Rollback on Climate Regulations

The Trump administration officially announced its repeal of the Environmental Protection Agency’s  “endangerment finding,” the bedrock scientific determination that greenhouse gas emissions endanger public health and welfare. This shortsighted retrenchment…

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Vermont Supreme Court Upholds Denial of Chemical Treatment in Lake Bomoseen

MONTPELIER, VT —The Vermont Supreme Court has dismissed an appeal challenging the Vermont Agency of Natural Resources’ (ANR) decision to deny a permit for chemical treatment of Lake Bomoseen. In…

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How Vermont has Taken Steps to Support Housing

In this infographic, we outline recent steps Vermont has taken to support housing. As advocates for smart growth solutions to meet the needs of our state’s housing crisis, we’ve had…

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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!

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VNRC’s mission is to promote a healthy environment and resilient communities for all Vermonters today and into the future.

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Julie Wolcott
Member and retired dairy farmer
VNRC 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 Conservation
I'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 educator
VNRC 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.