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VNRC Presents “Take It All In, Then Look Closer”, an Exhibit by Rick Powell, as part of Montpelier Art Walk on Friday, August 1st
On Friday, August 1st, VNRC will host a reception for local artist Rick Powell in conjunction with Montpelier Art Walk. Rick’s exhibit, “Take It All In, Then Look Closer”, features natural…
Pollinator advocates celebrate as neonic ban takes effect
Vermonters concerned about the state’s threatened bees and other pollinators are celebrating the July 1, 2025, implementation of legislation to restrict the application of toxic neonicotinoid pesticides (“neonics”) in the…
Vermont Natural Resources Council and Vermont Conservation Voters Statement on the Adoption of the 2025 Climate Action Plan
Montpelier, VT (July 1, 2025) —The Vermont Climate Council has successfully met the July 1, 2025 deadline that requires the Council to adopt a new Climate Action Plan. This plan…
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VNRC Presents “Take It All In, Then Look Closer”, an Exhibit by Rick Powell, as part of Montpelier Art Walk on Friday, August 1st
VNRC Presents “The Art of Water”, a Group Show from the Art Resource Association, at Montpelier Art Walk on Friday, June 6th
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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.