This year, the Vermont Legislature worked hard to address the climate challenges we are experiencing. Flood safety,…
Category: Climate Action and Clean Energy
Climate Superfund Law Enacted; Vermont Becomes First State to Hold Big Oil Financially Responsible for a Fair Share of Climate Damages
MONTPELIER – Legislation authorizing the State of Vermont to recoup financial damages caused by climate…
Governor Scott’s Veto of Landmark Renewable Energy Bill is Short-Sighted
Montpelier, VT — In a dismaying attempt to obstruct Vermont’s environmental and economic progress, today Governor…
Two Things: Legislative Wrap-Up and Collaborating on Community Climate Solutions
Two Things: Recapping policy progress as the Legislature has adjourned, and inviting you to join VECAN for…
Climate Superfund Act Passes Vermont Legislature, Heads to Governor Phil Scott
Montpelier, VT – The Vermont Senate gave final approval today to landmark legislation that holds…
Climate Dispatch: May 10: End of Session Debrief
This week marks the end of the 2024 legislative session, and it’s been a banner…
Three Things: Pivotal Policy Progress, We’re Hiring, and Celebrating Senator McCormack
Three Things: Asking you to contact the governor about key environmental bills, hiring a Climate…
Vermont Senate Passes Modernized Renewable Energy Standard
Montpelier, VT – Today, the Vermont Senate passed H.289, to modernize the Renewable Energy Standard and…
Climate Dispatch: May 3: Big Progress on Climate Bills – a Conversation with Rep Mike Rice
It’s been a big week for climate action! Both the House and Senate floors were busy with…
Two Things: Legislative Action on Clean Energy and Flood Safety
Two Things: We’re asking you to reach out to your lawmakers in support of two key bills that are…
Climate Dispatch: The Renewable Energy Standard with Senator Chris Bray
This week, the Senate Natural Resources and Energy committee held a special Monday committee hearing…
How much can you get in electrification incentives?
More and more Vermonters are looking to save money and cut planet-warming emissions On Earth Day, Efficiency Vermont…