§ 590. Definitions As used in this chapter: (1) “Adaptation” means reducing vulnerability and advancing resilience through planned and implemented enhancements to, or avoiding degradation of, natural and built systems and structures. (2) “Greenhouse gas” has the same meaning as in section 552 of this title. (3) “Mitigation” means reduction of anthropogenic greenhouse gas emissions, […]
§ 591. Vermont Climate Council (a) There is created the Vermont Climate Council (Council). The Council shall be composed of the following members: (1) the Secretary of Administration, who shall serve as the Chair of the Council; (2) the Secretary of Natural Resources or designee; (3) the Secretary of Agriculture, Food and Markets or designee; […]
§ 592. The Vermont Climate Action Plan (a) On or before December 1, 2021, the Vermont Climate Council (Council) shall adopt the Vermont Climate Action Plan (Plan) and update the Plan on or before July 1 every four years thereafter. (b) The Plan shall set forth the specific initiatives, programs, and strategies, including regulatory and […]
§ 593. Rules (a) The Secretary of Natural Resources shall adopt rules pursuant to 3 V.S.A. chapter 25 consistent with the Vermont Climate Action Plan (Plan). In adopting rules pursuant to this section the Secretary shall: (1) Ensure that the rules are consistent with the specific initiatives, programs, and strategies set forth in the Plan […]
§ 594. Cause of action (a) Any person may commence an action based upon the failure of the Secretary of Natural Resources to adopt or update rules pursuant to the deadlines in section 593 of this chapter. (1) The action shall be brought pursuant to Rule 75 of the Vermont Rules of Civil Procedure in […]
