High-Tech septic systems are coming to Suffolk County
…die-offs. Not only are these aesthetically disturbing, they force beaches to shut down, pose a threat to public health, attract wildlife that consume fish, and redirect work for cleanup crews….
Urging the EPA to change its Trump-Era Lead Policy
…actionable limit of lead exposure to at least 5 ppb, with the hope that eventually it can be lowered to less than 1 ppb. Fourthly, instead of continuing a “test-and-remediate”…
RGGI Negotiations to Pursue More Aggressive Goals
…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…
Momentum Builds for Electric School Buses
…test the technology with the hopes of scaling up. In addition, the City Council Environmental Protection Committee recently held a hearing on Council Member Danny Dromm’s bill, Intro. 455, to…
NYLCV Reviews the NYC Mayor’s Executive Budget for Fiscal Year 2019
…million (secured) ● FY20 – $3.5 million (secured) ● FY21 – $5.751 million (requested) ● FY22 – $6.711 million (requested) Transportation Since 2012, NYC’s Department of Transportation has worked with…
Development Assistant
…– $50K (depending on experience) along with holiday, vacation, 401k plan, and health/dental/vision benefits. NYLCV is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We strongly encourage BIPOC candidates to…
Strategic Communications Advisor
…approving content for NYLCV’s member e-mail communications including action alerts, weekly e-newsletters, fundraising appeals, report backs, event invites, etc. Produce print materials including newsletters, one-pagers, scorecards, policy agendas, etc. Draft…
Our Priorities for Long Island
…people and natural resources. We will push for and educate the public about initiatives related to energy, transportation, resiliency, solid waste, clean water, sustainable development, parks and open spaces, and…
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.