Markowitz says ANR didn’t weigh in on proposal for industrial wind projects on state land
Markowitz said the “moratorium,” which prohibits large scale wind projects on ANR land is appropriate and consistent with land use practices the department supports.
ANR renews commitment to pre-Irene enforcement of river protections
In a study of selected streams affected by Irene, a biologist noted a loss of 33 percent to 58 percent of wild trout populations following the storm.
Markowitz: State needs to take steps to prevent future harm from floods
Ecosystems, like people, exhibit their own form of resiliency: and like people, they are more likely to bounce back when the surrounding environment supports the healing and prevents additional damage.
Markowitz: The work we do in our rivers today will leave a lasting legacy
We also know from experience that digging deeper channels and constructing more bank stabilization is an expensive and uncertain way to contain a river or stream. While this may be done to protect particular homes and businesses, it can easily result in shifting the problem from one stretch of a stream to another area downstream.
Markowitz: Vermonters helping Vermont
In the days since Tropical Storm Irene passed through Vermont leaving devastation in her wake, we are reminded of what it means to be Vermonters, what makes Vermont the special place it is, and how fortunate we are to call this state our home and our neighbors our friends.
Markowitz, Vermont Natural Resources Secretary, to speak at JSC
Deb Markowitz, secretary of the Vermont Agency of Natural Resources and former Vermont secretary of state, will speak about her involvement in the Vermont Climate Cabinet from 4 to 5:15 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 21, at Johnson State College.
Markowitz: Bats now on endangered species list
Until a treatment is available we need to all work together to prevent unnecessary harm to Vermont’s endangered bats – and you can help.
Markowitz: EPA rule to reduce power plant emissions great news for Vermont
The EPA’s new rule, known as the Cross-State Air Pollution Rule (CSAPR), requires 27 states to significantly improve air quality by reducing power plant emissions of sulfer dioxide and nitrogen oxides that cross state lines and contribute to ozone and fine particulate pollution in other states. This is great news for Vermont.
On video: Vermont ready for business, cabinet members say
With spring coming to an official end, Lake Champlain has been left with its largest flood in recorded history. Finally, it appears the water is receding to a level more manageable for Vermonters to get back on the water for swimming, boating and fishing.
Shumlin’s decision to veto water safety bill perplexes proponents
Markowitz said, “We do what we can to work with the Legislature to craft a bill that we can live with and that’s what we did (with S.77).”
