Yonkers Insider: New York League of Conservation Voters.

 

We hope everyone enjoyed the holidays and had a happy new year!

 

Here’s what we’re reading this week:

 

What a Biden Administration Can Do for NY’s Transportation: Clean transit is a part of the Biden climate plan. NYLCV is hopeful that the Biden administration will prioritize public transit and congestion pricing. We also anticipate the President-elect’s swift actions to advance environmental protection and tackle climate change in 2021.

 

Green Tips: Eco New Year’s Resolutions: Check out our ideas for New Year’s resolutions that are not only eco-friendly, but can also help your wallet, health, and increase quality time with loved ones.

News Roundup:

 

Assemblymember Fahy and State Senator Kaminsky introduced legislation to set a goal to conserve at least 30% of New York State’s land by 2030, which is one of NYLCV’s policy priorities. (Medium)

 

After several years of advocacy, Congress passed legislation that prevents Plum Island, which is home to more than 500 plant and animal species, from being sold on the auction block. (Northfork Patch)

 

Governor Cuomo announced that $16 million will be available to local transit authorities to expand electric transit bus use and $2.5 million will be available to expand electric school bus use. These initiatives, which will improve air quality and slash emissions, are funded by the settlement between Volkwagen and states. (News 10) NYLCVEF is working to encourage transitioning to electric school buses and recently released a Clean Bus Guide to help communities promote the transition.

 

Governor Cuomo signed legislation by Senator Kaminsky and Assemblymember Englebright that will improve drinking water quality by banning the most harmful uses of Trichloroethylene, or TCE - a toxic chemical that's linked to cancer. (Canarsie Courier)

 

A columnist writes that states should pass clean fuel standards to encourage renewable energy for transportation, one of NYLCV’s highest priorities. (Argus Media) 

 

As part of New York City’s annual Mulchfest program, residents can recycle their Christmas trees to be turned into nutrients for greenery. The mulch will be spread around tree beds to keep roots and soil protected. (CBS)  See tree drop-off locations here.

 

 

Sincerely,

New York League of Conservation Voters