New Vermont law protects groundwater June 20, 2008
Posted by bruce mcgranahan in environmental regulation.Tags: environmental regulation, groundwater, water
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From Vermont Public Radio
Vermont has a new law designed to monitor the use of large quantities of groundwater. Vermont’s Governor signed into law legislation that declares Vermont’s groundwater a public trust.
Starting next year, commercial enterprises that withdraw large volumes of water a day will be required to report their usage. In two years some businesses will need a permit. Most farms will be exempt. <MORE>
