E-News January 2012

Welcome to VNRC’s January E-News. We hope you found our recent special report on the legislature helpful. Below is a short update on developments since then on environmental and energy issues from around Vermont and the nation. Meanwhile, we always welcome feedback and story ideas. Please contact Jake Brown at jbrown@vnrc.org.

E-News January 2012 – Special Report on the Legislature

Vermont lawmakers have wasted no time diving into the substance of legislation this year, and after last week’s optimistic speech from Gov. Shumlin hailing Vermont’s bounceback from Tropical Storm Irene and an improving economy, the Legislature has gotten off to a swift and largely upbeat start in 2012. From the crack of the opening gavel, VNRC was right in the thick of things and will, as usual, have a strong presence in the building until adjournment in the spring.

E-News December 2011

Happy holidays! All of us at VNRC wish you the best this season!
See below for some great last-minute gift ideas.

The 2012 legislative year is just around the corner.

Right after the New Year, lawmakers will be heading back to work in the second year of the legislative biennium. On Tuesday, Jan. 3, the session will formally open. That Thursday, Jan. 5, Gov. Shumlin will deliver his State of the State Address and a week later, on Thursday, Jan. 12, he will present his proposed budget to lawmakers.

E-News November 2011

VNRC is knee-deep in preparations for upcoming legislative action in Montpelier. We are meeting with lawmakers, the Shumlin administration, and our partners and preparing strategies for advancing strong and smart legislative initiatives to help Vermont move toward a future of cleaner energy, vital communities, and a healthy environment. If you want to learn more about specific initiatives or find out how you can help, contact Jake Brown at jbrown@vnrc.org.

E-News October 2011

It’s been a very busy fall at VNRC (you can read plenty of news below) and we’ve all had our noses to the grindstone here in the office over the past few weeks. But we’ve lifted our heads from time to time and noted the glorious and intense fall foliage this year, foliage that is all the sweeter for its glory in the wake of the devastation of Irene. The oranges and reds and golds may last just a few more days. Take them in while you can!

E-News September 2011

The recent flooding has been devastating for many Vermonters. The effects of Tropical Storm Irene in particular underscore the critical nature of VNRC’s mission. As an organization that strives to protect and enhance the quality of Vermont’s waterways, downtowns, forests and open landscapes, we will be advocating strongly in the coming months that Vermont rebuild in a resilient way – a way that minimizes damage to our communities from future floods caused by storms like Irene.

E-News August 2011

As the summer starts to wind down, VNRC is gearing up for a busy fall. We are looking forward to inspiring and fun events as well as important public forums that will help shape a healthy future for Vermont.

This edition of E-News takes us from the courtroom to the cafeteria and from the highway to our community garden. Mark your calendars for VNRC's annual meeting, September 22 in Waitsfield!

E-News July 2011

Summer is in full swing and there is nothing better than playing for a full, long day in Vermont's beautiful outdoors – a precious landscape that VNRC works hard to protect and enrich for summers to come.

This edition of E-News highlights exciting action in state agencies, the update of Vermont's environmental permitting structure, and upcoming events to mark on your calendars.

E-News June 2011

E-News May 2011

The Vermont Natural Resources Council is excited to send you its first monthly E-newsletter! In this issue, we share recent VNRC priorities, legislative updates, upcoming events and environmental news from across Vermont.