DYK that air quality can be an issue in the winter? Wood smoke can cause breathing difficulties and other short-term or long-term health problems. Find tips on how to burn a cleaner fire and protect your health https://t.co/WBKrGkCzcg #AQAD-VT
It's Air Quality Awareness Day in VT. Air quality is important not just today, but all year round. Check out @healthvermont and https://t.co/4DX0giJUno for more info on how to protect you and your family this winter. #AQAD-VT
#Vermont is known for cold winters, skiing, maple syrup & farming.
But climate change is putting these hallmarks at risk, new #UVMresearch shows.
The state has now warmed nearly 2°F, with a 21% jump in precipitation.
Read the @VTClimate Assessment: https://t.co/RgAexaFheo
Governments and automakers around the world are focused on selling newer, cleaner electric vehicles as a key solution to climate change.
But it could take years, if not decades, before it has a drastic effect on greenhouse gas emissions.
Here’s why. https://t.co/YjrF2w308P
Transportation & Climate Initiative leaders today shared a Draft Model Rule and Update on Public Engagement Planning for the multi-jurisdiction TCI-P to reduce pollution and invest in clean, equitable transportation systems and communities. https://t.co/Gat7F8SUdA (1/3)
The Transportation & Climate Initiative will host a public webinar on March 1 at 1 PM ET to provide updates on the groundbreaking TCI-P. The webinar will share a draft "Model Rule" and discuss ways the public can engage and give input. Register: https://t.co/NPWJzqlW2J
As we end 2020, here's a calendar year summary of temperature, precipitation, and snowfall, suggesting a warm and dry year relative to normal. All values are based on data at the Burlington International Airport (BTV) and compared to the 1981-2010 normals.
The TCI-P is a game-changer – putting the brakes on transportation pollution, investing in low-carbon transportation options, and advancing equity for underserved overburdened communities. Congratulations to MA, CT, RI, and DC for leading the way. #TCI https://t.co/qbDpFaVULs