What We Work On

Climate & Energy
Fighting the climate crisis,
repowering Vermont, and
saving Vermonters money with
clean energy solutions.

Consumer Protection
Putting people ahead of profits
and standing up to powerful
special interests on behalf
of all Vermonters.

Racial Justice
Working to dismantle systemic
racism to ensure equal rights
and treatment are afforded
to all Vermonters.

Zero Waste
Reducing waste to protect the
natural environment that is so
central to our ecosystem,
economy and way of life.
Latest News
Vermont’s Neonicotinoid Restrictions Take Effect: Advocates Urge Timely Action on Rules to Protect Pollinators
Vermonters concerned about the state’s threatened bees and other pollinators are celebrating the July 1,…
Job Opening: Summer Bike Technician (Part-Time)
Job Opening: Part-Time Summer Bike Technician VPIRG is seeking a reliable, qualified bike technician with…
2025 Legislative End of Session Update
CLIMATE & CLEAN ENERGY Protecting Vermont’s Climate Progress from Rollbacks One of the most important…
Gov. Scott signs legislation banning toxic “forever chemicals” from firefighting gear, dental floss, cleaning products, and more
Late yesterday, Gov. Phil Scott signed into law further restrictions on the use of toxic…
Vermont State Representatives Introduce Bill to Let Big Oil Off the Hook: Oppose H.518
Last year, after devastating floods that swept across our state, the Vermont legislature took a…
Urge your senators to support funding to implement the Climate Superfund Act
After the devastating floods that hit Vermont in the summer of 2023, the Vermont legislature…
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