Yonkers Insider: New York League of Conservation Voters: Environmental News: December 5.

 

New Strides in Waste Reduction on the Horizon As New York State and New York City continue to be national examples for environmental legislation designed to reduce carbon pollution, the New York League of Conservation Voters is advocating strongly for implementation of four waste reduction measures at various stages. Read More

Eco-Friendly Heating Tips for Winter The world news about climate change can be overwhelmingly negative at times. But it’s important to keep in mind that if every person focuses on reducing their carbon footprint, collectively we can have a big impact. Read More

Atlas of a Disaster: We’re All at Risk   A new report from our partners at Rebuild By Design identifies, analyzes, and synthesizes different data sets and ideas into an accessible compendium of county-by-county climate impacts across the United States. The data unequivocally shows that climate change is here, most Americans are suffering, and that federal investments have not followed in the amount or time that is needed.    (Rebuild By Design)

A Giant Clean-Energy Transmission Line to New York City is Now Underway   Work has begun on a high-profile transmission project that will funnel clean power directly into New York City. On Wednesday, New York Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the start of construction on the 339-mile Champlain Hudson Power Express transmission line, after the project’s developer reached an agreement with labor union leaders.   (Canary Media)

Hochul: $2.25M for cesspool replacement on Long Island   Gov. Kathy Hochul on Monday announced $2.25 million in federal funding aimed at encouraging Long Islanders to replace aging cesspools and septic tanks, efforts that officials said will reduce nitrogen and improve the region's water quality. The funding included in the federal infrastructure package focuses on improving water quality in Long Island Sound.    (Newsday)