Transportation News

In late June, we shared that the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) was seeking $3.9 billion in emergency aid from Congress. Since then, their fiscal crisis has only worsened.

NYLCVEF has released its Clean Bus Guide: a toolkit of resources for community members and groups to launch their own campaign for electric school buses.

Prior to the global pandemic, global air travel was projected to grow tremendously. As air travel slowly begins to pick up where it left off, we review how the airline industry is prepared to reduce its carbon emissions.

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

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.

Ferries have existed in New York State since the arrival of steamboat technology in the late 19th century, and continue to provide both commuter and excursion services—particularly in New York City.

Electric vehicles (EVs) save New Yorkers money and reduce air pollution. New York State is helping put more electric cars and trucks on the road, while also supporting researchers, policy makers, property developers, municipal planners, and zoning boards in their efforts to expand EV use.

Over 30% of greenhouse gas emissions in New York come from the transportation sector - the most of any sector. In an effort to curb the state’s emissions, address public health issues caused by air pollution, and combat climate change, New York must switch to green transportation.