When the 2021 legislative session wrapped up last week, we celebrated historic investments in climate…
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Climate Dispatch—May 28, 2021: Session Wrap-Up
Today’s episode We’re one week out from the adjournment of the 2021 legislative session. This…
VNRC and Vermont Conservation Voters (VCV) celebrate historic investments in climate action and clean water
Montpelier, VT – The Vermont Natural Resources Council (VNRC) and Vermont Conservation Voters (VCV) applaud…
Climate Dispatch—May 21, 2021: Rebecca Ramos and the State Budget
Today’s episode Today we are joined by Rebecca Ramos from the Necrason Group, who has been…
Breaking: New laws will protect Vermonters from toxic chemicals and safeguard our wetlands
Montpelier, VT — Today, Governor Phil Scott signed into law two bills that will address…
Commentary: Pandemic migration and climate change necessitate strengthening Act 250, land use strategies
Being a small state tucked away in northern New England, Vermont can feel disconnected from…
Climate Dispatch—May 14, 2021: Climate Council & Legislative Updates
Today’s episode In this week’s Climate Dispatch we give an update on a few timely…
Decision to sink ferry in Lake Champlain reversed amid opposition from environmental groups and the public
(Montpelier, VT)—Citing opposition from environmental groups and the public, the Lake Champlain Transportation Company and…
Climate Dispatch—May 7, 2021: Rep. Selene Colburn
Today’s episode In this week’s Climate Dispatch, we are joined by Rep. Selene Colburn, the…
Climate Dispatch—April 30, 2021: Robb Kidd, Vermont Sierra Club
Today’s episode In today’s Climate Dispatch, we are joined by Robb Kidd of the Vermont…
New at People, Places, and Transportation: Building a better future with placemaking and public spaces
Today in People, Places, and Transportation, Richard Amore from the Department of Housing and Community…
VNRC & LCC appeal permit authorizing sinking of ferry in Lake Champlain
(Montpelier, VT)—Out of concern for Lake Champlain’s underwater ecosystems, the Vermont Natural Resources Council (VNRC)…