Courtesy of VBSR Investing in a Clean Water Economy September 27, 2017 1:00-2:30 PM Location: TruexCullins, 209 Battery Street, Burlington, VT Vermont’s reputation as a green state is threatened with continuing news of dangerous lake algae blooms, sewer overflows into our rivers, and toxic run-off from poorly planned development and agriculture. Cleaning […]
Continue readingCourtesy of Vermont Research News VERMONT RESEARCH NEWS: Hurricanes, Child Poverty, New Compost Laws and More… Vermont Research News: Hurricanes, Child Poverty, New Compost Laws and More… September 21, 2017 Center for Research on Vermont Climate Change and Vermont Warmer falls are part of a trend documented by climate researcher Alan K. Betts, based on 50 years of Vermont data. The […]
Continue readingCourtesy of Renewable Energy Vermont Uvm, REV2017 is quickly approaching, have you registered yet? You don’t want to miss out on our awesome list of speakers, packed agenda, or numerous exhibitors! Panel Preview – Community Collaboration Support from local communities increasingly proves to be the lynchpin of a project or initiative’s success. In the session Community Collaboration: Securing Support […]
Continue readingThe Energy Independent Vermont Movement Needs You: Will you speak out for bold climate action next Thursday, September 28, 6pm in St. Albans? Hop on our “Climate Action Bus” and we’ll get you there, because it’s that important that you’re there! But hurry! Space is limited and climate change is intensifying at an exponential rate! RSVP now to give a public comment […]
Continue readingCourtesy of the Intervale Center All Kinds of Volunteer Opportunities Just Posted! We have multiple shifts available throughout the Intervale Center this month! Thursday or Friday 21/ 22 Morning or afternoon: Ironing and folding linen napkins for a benefit dinner! Email carolyn@intervale.org to schedule a flexible shift! Saturday 9/23 9AM-11AM: Help Development staff set up tables and chairs for a benefit […]
Continue readingCourtesy of AASHE September 19, 2017 News | Opportunities | Resources | Events | Jobs Submit | Subscribe | Advertise The deadline to register online for the 2017 AASHE Conference & Expo has been extended through Sept. 22. Register today to avoid on-site registration prices. News of the Week SUNY New Paltz to Divest From Fossil Fuel Companies The SUNY New Paltz Foundation board voted recently to remove endowment funds […]
Continue readingCatamount Trail Fall Work Weekends If you enjoy spending time in the woods, working with your hands, and meeting great people, please consider joining us on one of our fall trail work weekends. There are work crews going out every weekend from now until the beginning of December. You can find our full schedule of dates […]
Continue readingCourtesy of Vermont Community Garden Network If you’re reading this newsletter, I probably don’t have to convince you of the value of community and school gardens. You know that kids and adults all over the state are growing fresh food and connecting with each other in these special places. What you may not know is […]
Continue readingCalling all singers, artists, dancers, film enthusiasts, and lighting and sound specialists from all over the world! International Student Services in the Office of International Education needs YOU! As part of International Education Week 2017 (IEW 2017), International Student Services will present Nations United 2017, an international night of dance, song, literature, and art from […]
Continue readingSeptember E-News 2017 (COURTESY OF CATMA) Events, Resources & Updates CATMA Celebrates 25 Years! And we’re giving away gifts In honor of this milestone, CATMA will be recognizing commuters who have been participating in CATMA’s programs in a raffle to win a Kindle Fire and Fit Bits! For extra fun we’ll be selecting folks who like us […]
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