The Great American Outdoors Act was signed into law today, permanently funding LWCF after 55…
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New bill helps protect Vermont watersheds
Act H.833, a new bill that will help the state protect its surface waters, has…
Climate Dispatch — July 31, 2020: Contact the Governor and don’t forget to vote!
When the Legislature returns from summer recess in August, it will take up our climate…
Jamey Fidel: We can’t take Vermont’s forests for granted
This commentary is by Jamey Fidel, General Counsel and Forest and Wildlife Program Director at…
VNRC launches Visualize Vermont art contest for kids and teens
How have you been visualizing Vermont lately? We want to hear from you! The Vermont Natural…
VNRC and partners raise concerns about Agency of Natural Resources (ANR) budget cuts
Today, VNRC and partners (Conservation Law Foundation, The Nature Conservancy, Lake Champlain Committee, Vermont Council…
Kate McCarthy: Proposed Act 250 changes support smart growth
This commentary is by Kate McCarthy, Sustainable Communities Program Director at VNRC. It also appeared…
Transportation for Vermonters (T4VT) Legislative Update
Read on for some updates on Transportation for Vermonters priorities that advanced in the 2019-2020…
Survey: Seeking public input on Worcester Mountain Range
There’s a quick, easy way to lend your input to the management of the Worcester Range…
Climate Dispatch — June 26, 2020: Global Warming Solutions Act Passes in Senate!
The Vermont Senate passed the Global Warming Solutions Act, a critical piece of climate legislation,…
Breaking: Vermont Senate Votes to Approve Critical Climate Bill
*Update, 6/26: Final reading vote on 6/26 was 23-5 in favor of GWSA. A coalition…
VNRC Awards 3 New Small Grants for Smart Growth
VNRC is pleased to announce the recent awards of Small Grants for Smart Growth to…