Governor Vetoes Renewable Energy Bill | Montpelier News

Montpelier News Today | 2 Min New | The Daily News Now! · Jul 9, 2026 · 2m

Governor Phil Scott just vetoed a bill designed to speed up renewable energy projects in Vermont, sparking surprise among supporters who thought the administration backed it. The legislation, H.710, aimed to treat multiple energy facilities on the same land as one unit, cutting down on redundant infrastructure like separate roads and power lines. Backers said it would make solar and wind power more affordable and efficient, while still requiring standard permits and public review. But the governor feared it could let existing industrial wind and solar farms expand unchecked, creating…