Two things: Sharing a recent Vermont Viewpoint interview with our water program staff and inviting you to the upcoming NEK Solarbration. 

Stay informed, stay connected—two things.

In Case You Missed It: VNRC Water Program Staff Discuss Flood Resilience on Vermont Viewpoint 

Last week, VNRC’s Jon Groveman and Karina Dailey appeared on WDEV’s Vermont Viewpoint to discuss dams, flood resilience, and how Vermont can protect our watersheds and communities from future disasters. “There are only eight flood control dams in Vermont. Period. And all of the other dams in the state contribute to flooding because they raise the elevation of the water, so they are not maintained for flood control,” shared Dailey. If you missed the segment live, you can listen to the entire interview below, and learn more about what we’re doing at VNRC to protect clean water and build resilience as flood and natural disaster events intensify due to climate change.

You’re Invited to the Northeast Kingdom Solarbration on September 24th in Peacham

The NEK Solarbration event is set to take place on September 24th, offering a day of free family-friendly fun, live music, and energy education. Hosted in Peacham, Vermont, this event aims to celebrate the launch of a new Community Solar array providing benefits to Peacham Town facilities, as well as participating homes, farms, and small businesses in the area. The event presents an exciting opportunity for community members to come together and learn about strategies for community resilience and an affordable, clean energy future for Vermont. In addition to the educational aspect, attendees can look forward to a variety of engaging activities, including live music, food trucks, arts and crafts, and a raffle!