Yonkers Insider: New York League of Conservation Voters: Environmental News: November 21.

 

Governor Hochul: Support 30 x 30 On the heels of her historic election victory, the New York League of Conservation Voters urges Governor Hochul to continue her bold leadership on the environment by signing key legislation to protect biodiversity and ensure the sustainability of our planet. Read More

Green Tips: Eco-Friendly Thanksgiving Thanksgiving is just around the corner. From travel options to what goes on your plate to environmental conversation starters, check out our tips on how to make this holiday more eco-friendly! Read More

NYC Pushes To Make E-scooter Rentals Permanent in the East Bronx   NYLCV has long supported the use of electric scooters for their environmental benefits. Now, the Department of Transportation announced they're making permanent the e-scooter rental program launched in the East Bronx last year. The pilot saw more than 1.3 million rides since it began in 2021, and the city will now move to make e-scooter rentals a fixed part of New York's transportation network.   (Gothamist)

Julie Tighe Named to City and State's Power 100 List of New York’s Most Influential Female Leaders   From calling on New York City officials to make more electric bikes available citywide to pushing for a federal bill that advocates say could double the number of green energy jobs in the state, Julie Tighe leads efforts to fight climate change at the New York League of Conservation Voters.    (City & State New York)

Climate Change Is Already Transforming the Hudson Valley, Scientists Say Through local climate science, people who work on water issues and infrastructure in the Hudson Valley are gaining a clearer picture of how climate change will transform the region in the decades to come — and how it is already making its presence felt. “I think a lot of communities want to get ahead of this,” said Libby Zemaitis, a climate planner at the state Department of Environmental Conservation   (Times Union)