We fight climate change, conserve land and water, and protect public health in New York State through political action.

This administration is seeking to roll back decades of bipartisan environmental protections that ensure basic rights, while gutting the EPA. While the Trump administration wants to pretend that the climate crisis doesn’t exist, New York knows better.

Replacing just one mile of old gas pipeline costs $6 million — and New Yorkers foot the bill through rising utility rates. The NY HEAT Act offers a better path forward: modern, efficient, and clean energy upgrades for entire neighborhoods — at no cost to residents. This Yonkers community was transformed — see how it can work for all of New York.

This role allows you to be on the frontlines of environmental advocacy, representing the organization in Albany during a critical time for climate and sustainability policy.

The budget is one of the key opportunities for NYLCV to advance policies that fight climate change, protect public health, and promote sustainability. But how does the process work? Let’s break it down.