…food retailers to underserved urban and rural communities across America. Residents of these communities, which are sometimes called “food deserts,” typically rely on fast food restaurants and convenience stores that…
…in school. It is estimated that 9.2 million homes throughout the US have lead services lines, many of them in underserved communities. Under the Trump Administration, the EPA revised the…
…our planet and community. NYLCV underscores the importance of allocating robust funding and staffing for programs such as the citywide curbside organics program, Commercial Waste Zone law implementation, and citywide…
…not only Bedford’s commitment to sustainability but its follow-through with that commitment. We encourage other communities to follow their lead and look forward to continuing to work together to advance…
…host a variety of biodiversity, providing the foundation on which the climate can heal and recover. However, over 60 percent of New York State’s wetlands have been lost due to…
…the Paris accord, asserting that cities and states across the U.S. are still committed to the Paris goals. These negotiations mark the first test for the U.S. Climate Alliance to…
…30% below 2020 levels by 2030, an annual reduction of 3%. This program update means that the regional 2030 cap will be 65% below the 2009 starting level. RGGI, started…
…foundation will leave New York in a position to innovate and lead the way in the absence of continued progress on climate at the federal level. There are a few…
NYLCV is the only statewide environmental organization in New York that fights for clean water, clean air, renewable energy and open space through political action. We're non-partisan, pragmatic and effective.
