• NYLCV Supports Enhanced Automatic Voter Registration

    At this time of political upheaval, New York state must simultaneously work to protect our environment and strengthen our democracy. There’s no denying the two go hand in hand. Enter the Enhanced Automatic Voter Registration bill. The bill, passed by the state Senate in January, would provide for automatic voter registration and preregistration for persons applying for a driver’s license or a state ID through the DMV and for Medicaid enrollees. “Our democracy is stronger when access to voting is more accessible, and our elections are free from undue interference,” said Bill sponsor and Deputy Senate Leader Mike Gianaris. “There should not be roadblocks to the ballot box, whether from obstacles to registration or the inappropriate influence of big money. I am proud the State Senate is once again leading the way on protecting our democratic institutions.” 

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  • New Executive Orders Spell Trouble for the Environment and Public Health

    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.

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  • NY HEAT Act: A Smarter Way to Power New York

    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.

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State Policy Advocate
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.
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Understanding the New York State Budget Process (and Taking Action on NYLCV’s Priorities)
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.
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NY HEAT Act: A Smarter Way to Power New York
The NY HEAT Act means 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.
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New Studies Confirm: Congestion Pricing Is Improving Traffic Across the Region – Not Just in Manhattan
The data is in, and it confirms what congestion pricing supporters hoped for but few expected: the benefits are being felt well beyond Manhattan’s Central Business District.
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Groundbreaking at University at Albany Adds Momentum for Thermal Energy Networks
Decarbonizing SUNY campuses is an important priority for the New York League of Conservation Voters, and last week we had a big win in that category.
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Policy Means People: Environmental Justice
NYLCV prioritizes frontline environmental communities to reinvigorate the economy, support a modern workforce, and promote sustainable projects.
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Protecting our Parks: NYLCV Opposes Congressional Attempts to Undermine the Antiquities Act
The Antiquities Act protects public lands and iconic monuments for the benefit of Americans and the environment, fostering economic and environmental prosperity in their surrounding areas.
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New Yorkers for Clean Air Calls for Governor Hochul to Cut Pollution and Release Cap-And-Invest Rules
Last week, the New Yorkers for Clean Air coalition, alongside legislators and community advocates, gathered in Albany to demand immediate action from Governor Kathy Hochul on the overdue cap-and-invest rules.
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