LIPA this week is holding a series of virtual meetings that will allow ratepayers to weigh in on rule changes that include a newly proposed "solar tax" and on its revised contract with PSEG Long Island.
Conservation groups: Make it easier to buy an electric car in New York
Environmental Groups Say Potential Of PFAS In EPA Maps Concerning, Want More Testing
Environmental Groups say new data in maps released by the EPA following a lawsuit shows an estimated 3,500 industrial facilities in the State that could pose dangerous health impacts and water contamination. Citizens Campaign for the Environment and PEER say chemicals known as PFAS don’t have the ability to break down, posing risks to the environment and to human health. Science Policy Director of PEER, Kyla Bennett says there are many ways humans can be exposed to the chemicals.
EPA data shows locations where potential cancer-causing chemicals are being used in New York
New York eighth in nation in sites possibly contaminated by PFA chemicals, advocates say
Long Island group releases map of PFAS chemical use in NY, demands federal clean-up
A Long Island environmental group released a map this week of where PFAS chemicals are being used at industrial facilities across the state.
Federal data released last month shows more than 440 facilities on Long Island could be using harmful chemicals in manufacturing. Exposure to PFAS can lead to higher rates of cancers and other health issues.
Auto fire at Calverton runway enrages residents who opposed storage of flood-damaged vehicles there
Leaders look to foster LI as ‘wind supply chain powerhouse’
Leaders on Long Island continue to advocate fostering the region into a “wind supply chain powerhouse.”
At an industry conference on Friday at LIU Tilles Center, leaders assembled from government, wind energy companies, labor and environmental groups, and local manufacturers. The aim of the conference was to see to it that the region “emerges as the premier source of wind energy” across the nation, according to a press release about the conference.
LI Labor, Business Leaders Discuss Off Shore Wind Opportunities
Long Island’s wind farms will create at least 6,800 jobs with annual salaries averaging $100,000.
That’s according to NYSERDA — New York State Energy Research and Development Authority — the state agency overseeing five offshore wind projects currently in early development. NYSERDA aims to reach 9,000 megawatts of offshore wind energy by 2035 — a goal set to combat the ongoing threats of climate change.
Birds and bees create debate at Capitol
ALBANY — The birds and the bees were a hot topic of discussion at the state Capitol on Monday.
Instead of a sex-ed class, Assembly members and advocates rallied together in support of the Birds and the Bees Protection Act during a press conference and public hearing.
The bill passed the state Senate in June, but did not make it through the Assembly. Both houses are expected to vote on it next session.
Contamination Cleanup Scheduled for West Babylon Gas Plant
Long Island suppliers, unions seek lift from wind-power
State moves a step closer to banning sale of new gas-powered vehicles by 2035
The Editorial Board: New money for the Great Lakes will help boost the region’s environment, economy
How the infrastructure bill could be spent on Buffalo Niagara waterways
The Great Lakes Restoration Initiative has helped control invasive species, launched fish and wildlife initiatives in Lake Erie and Lake Ontario, and helped reduce harmful algal blooms, phosphorus and water pollution.
Now, with an infusion of new funds expected into the federal program, area water advocates hope it could soon be used for sediment remediation in the Black Rock canals, Scajaquada Creek, Two Mile Creek, Cayuga Creek and other local waterways.
Another Voice: Infrastructure bill will lead to a cleaner WNY
Connecticut's Ban Prohibits Single-Use Plastic Bags. So Walmart Is Using Thicker Ones.
Report: Use Of PFAS Chemicals Linked To Health Problems Is Widespread
The Environmental Working Group (EWG), an advocacy organization, released a report on Wednesday revealing that more than 40,000 industrial and municipal sites are known to use PFAS across the country. It’s part of a push to clean up the so-called forever chemicals.
Environmentalists call thicker Walmart plastic bags an attempt around new law
Walmart rolls out thicker ‘reusable’ plastic bags in response to Connecticut’s single-use plastic bag ban
A statewide ban that took effect last week was intended to eliminate single-use plastic bags from Connecticut’s checkout counters, but in response, Walmart has begun offering thicker plastic bags.
The bags, which the retail giant bills as sustainable, reusable up to 125 times and recyclable, are not prohibited under the plastic bag ban, because of their thicker weight. The State Department of Revenue Services defines single-use checkout bags as “bags with a thickness of less than 4 mils” — the thickness of the new Walmart bags. However, environmentalists say regardless of the weight, plastic is a real threat.
