Alternative Energy Hopes Hinge On Antiquated Grid

Americans may be clamoring for more clean energy, but efforts to bring wind, solar and other carbon-free technologies to market are being hampered by the nation's outdated electricity grid.

Green Power Slow To Gain New Users

The Poughkeepsie Journal reports there is a green power disconnect between Americans and alternative energy sources.

LIPA Committee To Determine Shoreham's Future

As energy demands continue to grow across Long Island Kevin Law, head of the Long Island Power Authority, has created an advisory committee charged with determining the future of the mothballed Shoreham nuclear power plant.

Long Island Democrats Discuss Alternative Energy

In an effort to minimize U.S. dependence on foreign oil and curb greenhouse gas emissions, congressional representatives met Monday to discuss plans to turn Long Island into the next green community.

Orangeburg Is Turning Green!

Downtown Orangeburg, NY

Orangeburg is jumping on board with several other New York communities who have begun to take decisive action on climate change.  The Town Board is forming a new environmental committee that will explore ways the town can increase energy efficiency, conserve open space and reduce carbon emissio

U.S. Rep. Kirsten Gillibrand Advocates for Alternative Energy, Local Farming

U.S. Rep. Kirsten Gillibrand, speaking to business, municipal and community leaders at a meeting of the Northern Dutchess Alliance, says she is advocating a redirecton of $13 billion dollars from oil companies to research in the alternative energy field.

Horizon Wind Energy Opens Office in Albany, Buys 201 Turbines.

According to the Times Union , Horizon Wind Energy LLC, a Houston based company has purchased 201 wind from Schenectady based General Electric, and is planning on opening an office in Albany..

Northeast's First Ethanol Plant Opens For Business

The $90 million ethanol plant is located in the town of Shelby.Ethanol production has begun at a $90 million plant in Orleans County, the first of its kind in the Northeastern United States.

GE Investment to Improve Schenectady's Competitiveness

The Daily Gazette reports that Schenectady Mayor Brian Stratton views GE Energy 's invest

Allegany Debates Wind Power

The Allegany Town Board will continue to consider written comments through July 18 on a proposed zoning amendment that would set standards for wind energy production facilities.