Toxic-Free Environment

The discovery of toxic PFAS-contaminated drinking water in Bennington County in 2016 highlighted systemic problems with toxic chemicals in Vermont. Since then, VNRC has advocated for policies that protect Vermonters’ health by reducing exposure to hazardous chemicals, holding polluters accountable for harm caused by the toxic chemicals they release, and ensuring our waters are clean and safe.

For questions or inquiries:

Dan Fingas, Executive Director, Vermont Conservation Voters

802-224-9090

info@vermontconservationvoters.org

Jon Groveman, Policy and Water Program Director, VNRC

802-223-2328 x111

jgroveman@vnrc.org

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At A Glance

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Clean, Safe Drinking Water

PFAS contamination in drinking water is threatening Vermonters' health.

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Holding Polluters Accountable

Corporate polluters should be held responsible for medical costs and damage to Vermont's environment caused by toxic release.

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Reducing Toxic Exposure

Advocating for policies that protect Vermonters from hazardous chemicals in drinking water and consumer products.

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Toxic Free Environment News

Vermont Senate advances bill to ban toxic “forever chemicals” from firefighting gear, dental floss, cleaning products, and more

May 15, 2025  5/20/2025 Update: Since the publication of this post, H.238 has moved out of committee to a full vote in the state senate. On Tuesday, May 20th, the…

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PFAS “forever chemical” policies expected to be more expansive in states this year, new analysis finds 

Vermont and at least 31 other states will consider more than 340 policies addressing toxic chemicals and plastics, with policies that both prevent and manage harm to public health.  PORTLAND,…

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Safer States PFAS Candidate Education Guides

Since their invention in the 1950s, plastics have become a ubiquitous part of our lives. Every industry from healthcare to food packaging utilizes plastics in some way. Mounting evidence shows…

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