Clean Heat Standard
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The Privilege of Natural Gas and Climate Politics
Northwestern Vermont’s “gas towns” enjoy the cost-saving benefits of natural gas, while rural and southern communities bear higher heating costs without affordable options. Vermont’s renewable…
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Dark Money in Vermont: It’s Not Coming From AFP
Vermont’s “Affordable Heat Act” was branded as relief but, according to the state’s own Public Utility Commission, it raises heating costs by up to 45%.…
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The Illusion of Impact: Vermont’s GHG Cuts vs. Global Emissions
As discussions around climate change and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions intensify, Vermont has positioned itself as a leader in implementing stringent environmental policies aimed at…
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Efficiency Vermont: Where $3,000 Buys You One Ton of Carbon Relief and a Lecture From Your Neighbor
Efficiency Vermont has spent hundreds of millions in ratepayer money to reduce emissions—at a cost of over $3,000 per ton. Now lawmakers want to expand…
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The Clean Heat Standard Is a Lawsuit Time Bomb—And You’re Paying for It
Vermont’s Clean Heat Standard is a lawsuit time bomb disguised as climate policy. The so-called “$0.10 per gallon cap” is a lie—lawsuits under the Global…
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Then They Came For Your Firewood
Vermont’s effort to lead on climate change is turning into a cautionary tale. With firewood now in the crosshairs of environmental policy, Montpelier risks alienating…
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Repeal the Global Warming Solutions Act, It’s Time
Vermont’s focus on greenhouse gas reduction is driven by climate concerns, funding opportunities, and media pressure. But are these policies truly addressing Vermont’s unique needs,…
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A Tale of Two Vermonts
Northwestern Vermont’s “gas towns” enjoy the cost-saving benefits of natural gas, while rural and southern communities bear higher heating costs without affordable options. Vermont’s renewable…
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The Real Misinformation Surrounding the Clean Heat Standard
It will not cost “pennies”, not just a study, and it will not help poor people. The Public Utilities Commission is soliciting comments on the…
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Green Mountain Narcissism
In 2012, Green Mountain Power acquired CVPS, promising $144 million in savings for Vermont ratepayers. Twelve years later, those savings haven’t materialized, and Vermonters are…
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