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The economic impact of COVID-19 has led New York City to delay or abandon key aspects of its plan to fight climate change.

Harmful algal blooms have been on the rise in bodies of water across New York State—arriving earlier in the year, sticking around later, and blooming more severely. New York State is taking the threat of HABs very seriously and has been working to both better understand the causes of HABs and develop better techniques for combating them.

The best way to stay civically engaged and to advocate for the environment is by casting your ballot.

The New York City Council recently passed three pieces of micro mobility legislation that will help to expand transportation options, decrease traffic congestion, and reduce emissions.

In late July, Governor Andrew Cuomo announced a series of upcoming actions that the state is taking to expand the protection and conservation of New York’s parks and open spaces.

New York has adopted historic and protective measures to ensure clean water quality for drinking supplies and public health.

The drastic cuts to New York City Department of Sanitation’s budget, which NYLCV strongly opposed and advocated against, have nearly halted its composting efforts. But there are still a few ways to continue composting during the pandemic.

Today we announced our third round of endorsements in the 2020 election cycle, endorsing 16 candidates with exceptional environmental records, including Mondaire Jones in the race to replace Rep. Nita Lowey (CD-17).