Jun 15, 2023
Six Fascinating Facts About Northeast Canyons and Seamounts Marine National Monument
Here are six fascinating facts to help you get to know one of New England’s ocean treasures.
State: Vermont
Jun 09, 2023
The Debt Ceiling Bill Aimed to Reform Permitting for Energy Infrastructure – But It Fails to Make Meaningful Progress
The debt ceiling bill included measures to speed up permitting of energy infrastructure. Here’s why they could actually make things worse.
Jun 08, 2023
What Do the New EPA Power Plant Standards Mean for New England?
These proposed standards can reduce carbon pollution, but need to be more stringent to work.
Jun 07, 2023
A Smoke Signal We Should Heed
Wildfires in Canada are creating a smoky haze around New England as a signal of the costs of climate change.
Jun 06, 2023
Discover Cool Creatures that Thrive in New England’s Ocean
New England’s ocean is full of fascinating and beautiful marine life. Each of these species depends on a healthy ocean to thrive, and all are impacted by the threat of warming waters caused by the climate crisis. Protected areas in our ocean, like the Northeast Canyons and Seamounts Marine National Monument, are known to help… Continue reading Discover Cool Creatures that Thrive in New England’s Ocean
Jun 02, 2023
Did You Know These 5 Facts about New England’s Ocean?
From deep-sea canyons to underwater forests, New England’s ocean abounds with life.
Jun 02, 2023
Why New England Needs Stricter Clean Cars and Trucks Standards
The cars, buses, and trucks we drive are the largest source of climate damaging emissions in the region. We need bold standards to slash this pollution and slow climate change.
May 31, 2023
Lake Advocates Say Vermont Has Botched Regulating Pollution on Dairy Farms
“In order to achieve the monumental phosphorus reductions we need to clean up the lake, we need a functioning system to regulate those farms,” said Elena Mihaly, director of the Conservation Law Foundation in Vermont. “We have a lot of concern that the structure right now is not set up for success.”
May 12, 2023
Victory in Vermont: State Passes Affordable Heat Act
With your help, Vermont’s Legislature overrode Governor Scott’s veto to sign this critical bill into law.
May 11, 2023
Vermont Legislature Overrides Veto of Affordable Heat Act
“Vermonters are facing a climate emergency and a heating crisis, and the status quo isn’t working for anyone,” said Elena Mihaly, Vice President and Director of Conservation Law Foundation Vermont. “Governor Scott’s attempts to kill this legislation threatened to continue an irresponsible business-as-usual approach that would have left Vermonters overly reliant on polluting, expensive fossil fuels. The Legislature’s decisive override sends a clear message, and we don’t have a moment to waste implementing this new law.”
