…other pollinators critical to New York’s food security, agriculture and environment. Pollinators provide an estimated $1.2 billion worth of New York pollinator-dependent crops, including apples, squash, tomatoes, blueberries, and cherries,…
…be composted or processed to create biogas, a renewable natural gas. Organic materials comprise around 34% of New York City’s total waste stream. Unfortunately, instead of recycling it, the vast…
…said Marissa Lieberman-Klein, Associate Attorney at Earthjustice. “However, Intro 942 does the opposite—it maintains the status quo of exposing low-income communities and communities of color to lead from drinking water…
…to attend and opportunities for canvassing – Build relationships with community members and local organizations – May develop advocacy materials (e.g., fact sheets, one pagers) for campaigns Qualifications: –…
…bronchitis, cancer, and even death. Currently, power plants can burn fuel oil grade number 6 until 2020 and fuel oil grade number 4 until 2030. Under this bill, plant owners…
…the Eastern United States. Clean hydropower provides 21% of the state’s energy generation, with another 8% from wind capacity and 5% from solar capacity. New York is poised to significantly…
…interest-free financing. In 2023, the first round of BIL fund distribution, $104 million was awarded to 18 applicants for 24 projects related to lead service line inventory or replacement: Topping…
…measures, and expanding the light-rail. If re-elected, Demond Meeks will continue to support initiatives to fund public transportation, implementing the Community Risk and Resiliency Act, and ensuring lead-free drinking water….
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