Hothouse Earth

Quantity Unknown: The Uncertain Future of Vermont’s Surface Waters

Episode Summary

In some states, including Vermont, the oversight and regulation of surface water is lacking. Students in Vermont Law School’s Environmental Advocacy Clinic consult with experts to understand the implications of these regulatory gaps in the context of climate change.

Episode Notes

Guests

• David Deen, President, Connecticut River Valley Chapter of Trout Unlimited, Trout Unlimited Vermont Council, former VT state legislator for 30 years
• Kathy Urffer, River Steward, Connecticut River Conservancy
• Julia MacDonald JD'21, Vermont Law School 
• Peter Malicky MELP'21, Vermont Law School

Recommended Resources

• To get an update on the latest in surface water legislation in VT, visit the Act 173 Committee webpage.
• For more background on the issues, read the Environmental Advocacy Clinic's report on Vermont surface waters.