Vermont is facing unprecedented times. Federal funding and bedrock environmental laws that help ensure a healthy environment and resilient communities are at risk. These threats could have significant impacts on our state budget and our ability to fund core programs that protect our environment and invest in our communities. When policies like the Clean Water Act, Clean Air Act, and Endangered Species Act are undermined, it could leave holes in critical protections that Vermont must fill to protect our water, air, forests, wildlife, and public health. There is so much our state leaders can do to help make lives better for all Vermonters. In this year’s  Environmental Common Agenda, we highlight a range of solutions to continue working toward a healthy democracy, smart growth, housing and conservation solutions, better transportation options, toxic-free communities, and affordable clean energy.

Read the full 2026 Environmental Common Agenda: