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New York State passed a strong, pro-environment budget last week. It includes policies we have been advocating for over many years and included as top priorities in this year's State Policy Agenda.
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A coalition of organizations in New York is working to implement a social cost of carbon dioxide to help decarbonize the state’s electricity sector.
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In February, Governor Andrew Cuomo introduced new budget legislation that will accelerate permitting, siting, and construction of renewable energy projects
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On January 13, 2020, the Department of Public Service Staff issued the Staff Whitepaper Regarding Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment and Infrastructure. Staff proposals are in line with the expected growth of EV industry in the state, and New York’s goal to deploy 850,000 zero-emission vehicles by 2025.
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NYLCV co-hosted a forum about the health impacts of wind turbines at the University at Buffalo. As New York State expands its investment and use of renewable energy, like wind power, it is important to address any potential impacts.
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In his 2020 State of the City address, New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio emphasized climate change as a top priority for his administration.
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On January 29th, the New York League of Conservation Voters and the Clean Fuels NY coalition hosted a forum on the Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS)—a proposed state policy that would help reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from the transportation sector.
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NYLCV strongly supports a community-driven discussion about the next phase of Rikers Island, and also supports the City undertaking studies about its green new economy.
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