Zero Waste
Protecting the natural environment that is so central to our ecosystem, economy, and Vermont way of life.
VPIRG believes that Vermont should break from a cradle-to-grave approach where products are made, consumed, and discarded and instead embrace an ambitious “zero waste” program that strives to eliminate waste, rather than simply manage it.
Manufacturers need to be held accountable for putting their products into our environment, and VPIRG is committed to ensuring they do as little damage as possible to the natural landscape we all love so much.
Learn more about our zero waste campaigns:
Recent Zero Waste News
‘Tis the Season for Less Plastic
VPIRG report provides consumers with tips for avoiding excessive and potentially toxic plastic packaging and…
2024 Legislative End of Session Update
CLIMATE & CLEAN ENERGY Climate Superfund Act (S.259) Following a hugely successful summer of canvassing…
Veto Override Falls Short in Senate
Popular legislation to modernize the Bottle Bill will have to wait another year. The Vermont…
Vermont House Easily Overrides Veto of Bottle Bill Legislation
The Vermont House of Representatives made quick work today of overriding Gov. Phil Scott’s veto…
2024 Legislative Priorities
VPIRG is pursuing action on multiple fronts in the 2024 legislative session. From climate to…
Gov. Scott Vetoes Vermont’s Popular Bottle Bill Update
Governor Phil Scott has vetoed legislation designed to update and substantially expand the scope of…