Two things: With darkness, comes light—tomorrow is the Winter Solstice. And even on the shortest…
Category: Forests and Wildlife
The biggest wildlife bill in 50 years is almost out of time – and it needs Vermont’s support
The following is a commentary co-authored by Brian Shupe, Executive Director of the Vermont Natural…
Upcoming Sustainable Communities Events, Resources, and Opportunities
Sustainable communities that are inclusive, diversified, and connected are key to strengthening the resilience of…
Zoe Richards, Burlington, VT
Zoe Richards, Chair of the Burlington Conservation Board and Director of Burlington Wildways, is the…
New Data Layers Add Social Variables to Vermont Conservation Design Planning Tool
The Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department announced a significant upgrade to its BioFinder planning and…
VNRC Applauds Improved Public Input and Reduced Road Building in the Green Mountain National Forest
The US Forest Service recently issued a decision to reduce the amount of road building…
With Scott’s signature, current use program will get a new ‘reserved forestland’ category
Excerpted from an article by Emma Cotton in VTDigger: “Vermont’s current use program, which provides…
Governor Signs Important Bill to Protect Vermont’s Forests and Help Mitigate Impacts of Climate Change
Montpelier — Today, Governor Phil Scott signed a bill to expand Vermont’s Use Value Appraisal…
The Year of the Forest?
Governor Scott has a unique opportunity to give a significant boost to forest management and protection…
Vermont Legislature Passes Bill to Protect Biodiversity and Support Climate Resilience
Montpelier – Today, the Vermont Senate passed legislation to protect biodiversity and improve climate resilience…
House Advances Bill to Support Smart Growth & Affordable Housing, Healthy Forests, and Working Lands
Montpelier – Today, the Vermont House of Representatives voted overwhelmingly to pass S.234, a bill that…
Restoring Wildlife Populations will Create Jobs
This is a joint op-ed from Brian Shupe, Executive Director of Vermont Natural Resources Council,…