Yonkers Insider: New York League of Conservation Voters.

 

Here’s what we’re reading this week:

 

Green Tips: Fall Festivities: Autumn is already upon us, and with it comes many exciting seasonal activities. Check out our tips for keeping it green even when the leaves are changing. 

Recap: NY State Senate District 1 Forum: We recently held a candidate forum for New York State Senate District 1, which covers the east end of Suffolk County. This race will decide who will replace longtime State Senator and environmental champion Kenneth LaValle, who is retiring. 

Why Congress Should Pass the Bicycle Commuter Act: More and more New Yorkers are opting to commute by bike, and we’ll need to do so even more to reduce emissions. That’s why NYLCV supports H.R. 1507, the Bicycle Commuter Act. If you’d like to show your support, click to tell your Congressmember to pass the legislation.

News Roundup:

 

As part of the “Make-Ready” initiative, New Yorkers can earn up to $9500 in tax credits and rebates if they buy an electric car. (News 10)

 

In a new study by the American Lung Association, New York was listed as the second city most likely to benefit from switching to electric cars after Los Angeles. A full transition to electric vehicles by 2050 could prevent “up to 6,300 premature deaths, 93,000 asthma attacks and 416,000 lost workdays every year based on emissions projections in 2050.” (amNY)

 

New York State finalized regulations to significantly reduce the use of hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), climate-altering gases found in refrigerators, air conditioners, and other household products. (Engineering News Record) 

 

Congressmember Carolyn Maloney released a Congressional report proving the health and economic benefits of climate action. NYLCV attended the release event for the report and our president Julie Tighe thanked the Congressmember for showing that pollution reduction policies would save lives, save money, and create green jobs, in addition to improving the environment (Queens Ledger)

 

Creation of an elevated park that would link downtown Albany to the Hudson River crossed a major threshold last week. By a 13-to-1 vote, The Common Council approved a resolution that clears the way for construction to begin on the so-called Skyway project, which would turn a little-used highway ramp into a pedestrian walk. This project links residents from Arbor Hill, Clinton Square, and Sheridan Hollow - all traditionally underserved communities in the city - with the Hudson River. (Albany Times Union)

 

Ulster County released an action plan for creating a sustainable economy, which includes suggestions to buy 100% renewable energy and workforce development in water infrastructure construction and maintenance. (Daily Freeman) 

The newly announced Career Pathway Training Partnerships program will train 1,000 workers in energy-efficient heating and cooling. The workforce development program will help grow the clean energy industry while prioritizing underserved communities. (Niagara Frontier Publications)

 

 

Sincerely,

New York League of Conservation Voters