Model executive order on municipal food waste reduction now available

The Environmental Law Institute and Natural Resources Defense Council have developed a model Executive Order on Municipal Leadership on Food Waste Reduction to help cities lead by example in efforts to reduce the amount of food waste disposed of in landfills.

Vermont’s Bottle Bill update on hold

The Vermont Legislature adjourned without holding a concurrence vote on amendments to a bill updating the State’s 1972 Bottle Bill.

Vermont passes Extended Producer Responsibility law

Household hazardous waste (HHW) requires special handling to protect human health and the environment. Special drop-off locations and local HHW collection days are typical strategies for keeping hazardous substances such as pesticides and lead paint out of landfills. The Vermont legislature recently passed a bill that will require manufacturers of hazardous household products to participate in planning for the management of their hazardous products.