NY: Climate Change
Thursday, April 18, 2024
Advocates want NY HEAT Act in the final budget
The New York HEAT Act might not make the final budget. The bill reduces the state's reliance on natural gas and cuts ratepayer costs by eliminating …
Offshore wind does more than aid NY, NJ clean energy futures
Despite different outcomes - New York's first offshore wind farm came online and New Jersey had one canceled - both states are benefiting from offshor…
Report: NY bill can help climate-burdened communities
A new report shows the costs different regions of New York face from climate change. It says taxpayers were on the hook for more than $2 billion - …
NYS bill could speed up electric transmission installation
New York's Legislature is considering a bill to get clean-energy projects connected to the grid faster. It's called the RAPID Act, for "Renewable …
NY bill holds fashion industry accountable for climate change effects
A New York bill aims to regulate the fashion industry's effects on climate change. The Fashion Act would hold clothing and footwear companies …
Climate-friendly cafeterias help keep NYU emissions low
By Jack McGovan for Sentient.Broadcast version by Edwin J. Viera for New York News Connection reporting for the Solutions Journalism Network-Public …
NY faith leaders help people address 'ecological grief'
As the impacts of climate change grow, New Yorkers and people across the country are grieving for the environment. Ecological grief, also known as …
NY bill would make polluters pay for climate damage
A New York bill would make polluters pay for climate change damage the state endured. The Climate Change Superfund Act requires companies who've …
NY/NJ offshore wind manufacturing grows, despite setbacks
Despite challenges, offshore wind in New York is thriving. In late 2023, the South Fork Wind Farm off Montauk's coast began producing 130 megawatts …
Online tool tracks NY communities’ renewable energy progress
A new online tool is tracking New York's progress in decarbonization. The Local Pace of Progress tool examines city, county, and state data to …
NY bill aims to educate kids about climate change
CLARIFICATION: The bill would not 'mandate' climate education, as indicated in a previous version of the story, and asks that the current standards …
NY environmentalists push to pass HEAT Act in state budget
The New York HEAT Act is again making its way through the state Legislature. The bill aims to phase out gas-line extension allowances and gives the …