February 22, 2022 LEND A HAND. VOLUNTEER – United Way’s Volunteer Connection site is set up to help connect agencies and volunteers. Agencies are working hard to navigate volunteering during this time, but opportunities are increasing. Here is a link for Volunteer Connection to learn more about these and other opportunities. CAMP OUTRIGHT volunteers hold a special place in our hearts! You […]
Continue readingThe first Tuesday of March is Town Meeting Day (Tuesday, March 1, 2022) — a unique democratic process still found in parts of New England, including all of Vermont. Learning about the history and process of Town Meeting, or even observing a meeting, may serve to be a teachable moment in a class or other […]
Continue readingEngage with a friendly community on energy issues as a Linda Latham Scholar!Deadline: March 22 ACEEE is accepting applications for the Linda Latham Scholarship to attend our dynamic 2022 Summer Study on Energy Efficiency in Buildings in Pacific Grove, California, from August 21 through 26.We established the scholarship to honor Linda Latham, who served as ACEEE’s […]
Continue readingJoin Us This Summer! Explore the natural world, meet people with similar interests and help complete meaningful work along the Northern Forest Canoe Trail this summer! Join our staff, interns and other volunteers for a weekend of field work. A small fee covers all meals, including Friday dinner, Saturday meals, and Sunday breakfast. Trips begin […]
Continue readingThere will be a panel presentation on the fabled Winooski Dome project that I am moderating on the evening of March 7 as part of my work for the Heritage Winooski Mill Museum. During the energy crisis of the late 1970s, Winooski attracted international interest for its controversial proposal to build a dome over the city to […]
Continue readingLily here, VPIRG’s Climate and Energy Fellow! It is a busy week for climate action in Vermont, and I wanted to draw your attention to two upcoming events that I think you will enjoy. Climate Progress? A Mid-Session Legislative UpdateVirtual via Zoom, Wednesday, February 16th 12:00 – 1:30 PM Join VPIRG’s Climate & Equity Advocate Sebbi […]
Continue readingJoin 350Vermont as one of our fellows this Summer 2022! We are looking for passionate people to support our climate justice organizing. You will be integral to the process of coordinating events and volunteers, and supporting all the elements that go into running a campaign. We are looking for people with a commitment to 350Vermont’s […]
Continue readingFuture Floods Could Cost Vermont Over $5.2B in DamagesA recent study found climate change induced increases in flooding around Vermont could cost more than $5.29 billion — a 148% increase over the base case. Low-income families who reside in areas at risks for flooding, including mobile homes owners are the most at risk, researchers found. However, […]
Continue readingGood afternoon COTS friends!Romy here, COTS Communications and Outreach Specialist. I would like to introduce myself to you if we haven’t met already and invite you to join us for our 33rd Annual COTS Walk, presented by Rice Lumber. I know the Walk feels far away, but I wanted to give you a heads up for planning purposes […]
Continue readingRequest for Comments and Notice of Public MeetingCSWD is currently considering a significant number of changes to the District’s Solid Waste Management Ordinance and we would like to hear what Chittenden County residents and businesses think about the draft Ordinance amendments. The District periodically updates its Ordinance for various reasons: to stay current and in line with state […]
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