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As we adjust to a new normal of more severe storms, more frequent droughts, and more flooding, we will have to be flexible about how – and where – we live our lives. One strategy we’ll need to adopt is called “managed retreat” – and unfortunately we’re not managing it very well right now.

Energy storage systems, such as lithium-ion based battery storage, are essential to supporting microgrids, renewable energy integration, reducing peak demand on the grid, and provide for a more resilient energy system.

There is a growing bipartisan consensus that a carbon tax could be the most effective way to immediately cut greenhouse gas emissions. What could this mean for New York State?

New York City Transit unveiled a Bus Action Plan on Monday, April 23rd. The plan was described as a transformative vision to deliver the improvements that New Yorkers want.

The Mayor’s Executive Budget for Fiscal Year 2019 was just released, starting the next phase of negotiations between the Mayor’s Administration and City Council on the final budget. With ambitious goals set, it is imperative that the city’s budget reflects a concerted effort at realizing them.

Governor Cuomo celebrated Earth Day this year by announcing legislation to ban plastic carryout bags across New York State. But will a plastic bag ban on its own solve our problem?

The challenges facing the Tri-State Area’s rail systems are legion and the Regional Plan Association's proposal for a Trans-Regional Express system solves all of these problems over a thirty-year timeline.