NY: Climate Change
Tuesday, March 26, 2024
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 Climate.Broadcast version by Edwin J. Viera for New York News Connection reporting for the Solutions Journalism Network-…
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 …
Grants awarded to buy NY electric school buses
Federal funds have been awarded to New York applicants transitioning to electric school buses. The $69 million grant is part of the Environmental …
Dual-use solar makes best use of renewable energy, farmland
New York is looking at different ways to make use of where to place solar panels. The practice of dual-use solar uses solar panels in a variety of …
NY disability advocates provide winter weather tips
As winter approaches, New Yorkers with disabilities are preparing to tackle a tough time of the year. One of the biggest challenges is getting …
Defensores de discapacitados en NY dan consejos sobre clima invernal
A medida que se acerca el invierno, los neoyorquinos con discapacidades se preparan para afrontar una época difícil del año. Uno de …