Adding up the cost of New York’s green transition
New York is implementing a transformative climate change law and the Empire Center wants more transparency on future costs.
State looks to mitigate the risk of extreme heat
After two years of work, the Hochul administration released a plan for mitigating the effects of extreme heat in New York.
Environmental budget wish list
Earthjustice Policy Advocate Liz Moran discusses what green policies should make it into a final budget deal.
State weigh need for new gas project in Brooklyn
Sane Energy Project's Lee Ziesche argues against permitting a controversial natural gas expansion in Brooklyn.
Research project searches for methane emission sources in New York
The Atmospheric Sciences Research Center is traveling the state to find where a harmful greenhouse gas is coming from.
Green fashion: Environmentalism is very hot right now
New legislation would try to hold the fashion industry responsible for its environmental footprint around the globe.
Directions to New York’s greener future
The Climate Action Council has released a draft plan for New York to follow to cut its greenhouse gas emissions.
Electric vehicle infrastructure at crossroads in New York
Legislation designed to facilitate the development of vehicle charging stations could be undermined by cost concerns.
Making New York’s renewable energy future a reality
Renewable energy accounts for about a quarter of New York's electricity. The goal is 70 percent by 2030.
New York still has uphill journey to carbon-free electricity future
May 10, 2021 - New York Independent System Operator President and CEO Rich Dewey discusses electricity demand in 2020, meeting the state's climate change goals and making up the lost power from the Indian Point nuclear facility.
