NY: Energy Policy
Thursday, September 19, 2024
Columbia U. climate research 'biased' by fossil fuel funding
A new report contends fossil fuel funding has biased Columbia University's climate research. The report, by two Columbia students, shows the …
Critics: Gov. Hochul slacking on meeting 2030 climate goals
Environmental critics feel New York Gov. Kathy Hochul is not doing enough to meet the state's 2030 climate goals. The concerns come after Hochul …
SUNY Morrisville wraps first Offshore Wind Institute classes
SUNY Morrisville recently wrapped up its first classes as part of New York's Offshore Training Wind Institute. The state-funded program is part of …
NYS Public Service Commission approves gas rate increase
New York's Public Service Commission has approved a three-year rate increase for National Grid. The more than 19% rate increase will impact Brooklyn…
NY activists take action on companies causing climate change
Though New York's summer is winding down, climate change's effects remain. This summer saw record-high temperatures which have only grown in the …
Report: NY might miss its 2030 climate goals
A new report shows New York will have to delay its 2030 climate goals. The report from the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority …
‘All-Electric Buildings’ law part of NY building code update
New York's Building Code Council is set to include the All-Electric Buildings Act in its 2025 code update. The 2023 law bans natural gas and other …
Danskammer Energy withdraws Newburgh power plant application
Danskammer Energy is no longer seeking an expansion of its Newburgh plant. The original plan called for expanding the company's "peaker plant" meant …
Corte Suprema decidirá si mantiene la “deferencia Chevron”
Dos casos de la Corte Suprema de Estados Unidos podrían cambiar el papel de las agencias federales a la hora de aclarar leyes ambiguas. Los …
NY Legislature passes climate, energy bills before session ends
New York State's legislative session has ended with climate bills a top priority. Legislation such as the Climate Change Superfund Act awaits Gov…
NY elected officials kick off tour touting EV benefits
New York elected officials are kicking off a tour to tout the benefits of electric vehicles. The Elected Officials to Protect America tour is …
NYers uneasy about Central Hudson rate increase
New Yorkers are uneasy about Central Hudson Gas & Electric getting a rate increase. It comes amid a Public Service Commission investigation into …