Jan 18, 2024BoardMeeting
BoardVermont Climate Council Just Transitions Subcommittee Meeting
The subcommittee meeting included discussions on unintended consequences of climate policies, particularly their impact on low-income Vermonters and small business owners. Concerns were raised about the potential for increased taxes on fuel dealers to disproportionately affect low-income individuals. The meeting also touched on the importance of community engagement and incorporating diverse perspectives in policy-making, as well as ensuring that feedback from the public is genuinely heard and acted upon.