Westchester County Eyes Plastic Bag Recycling

According to the Journal News, Westchester County Executive Andrew Spano has proposed legislation that would require retailers with over 10,000 square feet

School Buildings Look To Be Green

The Healthy Schools Network announced it has been successful in getting a provision, S.506, inserted in the High Performance Green Building Act of 2007.

Ethanol Choking the Life Out of the Gulf

The spike in ethanol demand in Midwestern states may bring serious consequences to the Gulf of Mexico, according to the Associated Press.

U.S Rep. Gillibrand Off To A Great Start

According to the Daily Freeman,

Mayor's Climate Conference: Future of America's Cities

The New York Times reports that last weekend's Mayor’s Climate Change Conference in Seattle was definitely a step in the right direction by the 100 mayors in attendance.

Shawangunks Tackle Invasive Grass

Volunteers have been working through three hot days this month in Minnewaska State Park to remove invasive Japanese stiltgrass.

Buffalo Beaches Need Attention

Wendt Beach, about a half-hour south of downtown Buffalo, is a stretch of slightly rocky sand in a lovely cove. Bennett Beach is even better, with its dunes and white sand. But these natural wonders are compromised by a lack of care.

Restrooms at both Wendt and Bennett are closed weekdays, lifeguards only work weekends and concession stands are locked.