Be Idle Free: Turning Your Key Saves Money and Supports A Cleaner Environment December 6, 2023 Idling wastes fuel and money, causes excess engine wear, and pollutes our air which impacts our health and environment. Read more about Be Idle Free: Turning Your Key Saves Money and Supports A Cleaner Environment
Vermont DEC and GMP Help Ben & Jerry’s Reduce Diesel Usage and Eliminate Over 90 Tons of Carbon Each Year October 11, 2023 Ben & Jerry’s intends to hold a ribbon cutting event for the electric yard trucks at their St. Albans factory later this year. Read more about Vermont DEC and GMP Help Ben & Jerry’s Reduce Diesel Usage and Eliminate Over 90 Tons of Carbon Each Year
New Vermont Fluorescent Lightbulb Restrictions Begin in 2024 November 14, 2023 Switching to LEDs is better for both human health and the environment. Read more about New Vermont Fluorescent Lightbulb Restrictions Begin in 2024
Newly Enacted Legislation Requires Vermonters to Report Surface Water Use in January 2024 November 8, 2023 Use an online form to register and report withdrawals of 10,000 gallons or more of surface water. Read more about Newly Enacted Legislation Requires Vermonters to Report Surface Water Use in January 2024
State of Vermont Seeks Public Input on Clean Water Budget October 20, 2023 Share your feedback on the draft budget with the Clean Water Board. Read more about State of Vermont Seeks Public Input on Clean Water Budget
Winter Construction Activities Must Take Measures to Protect Clean Water October 10, 2023 Construction activities may require a permit to help reduce erosion. Read more about Winter Construction Activities Must Take Measures to Protect Clean Water
Join the Discussion about the Water Quality Plan for the Winooski Basin October 9, 2023 Interested members of the public are invited to join the meetings in-person or online. Read more about Join the Discussion about the Water Quality Plan for the Winooski Basin
VEIC and DEC Share Report on Electric Bus Pilot Project September 5, 2023 The pilot decreased emissions of air pollutants, including NOx and particulate matter, compared to diesel buses, helping to lessen impacts of diesel emissions on public health and the environment. Read more about VEIC and DEC Share Report on Electric Bus Pilot Project
Connecting People to Power: Environmental Justice Community Engagement Report Released August 22, 2023 An 18-month long community engagement pilot program conducted in three communities in Vermont. Read more about Connecting People to Power: Environmental Justice Community Engagement Report Released
Clean, Drain, Dry: Help Stop the Spread of Aquatic Invasive Species June 22, 2023 These organisms can harm the environment, economy, and human health. Read more about Clean, Drain, Dry: Help Stop the Spread of Aquatic Invasive Species