The transportation sector is responsible for close to 1/3 of the total greenhouse gas emissions in the state, and diesel-powered school buses are a big part of the problem, polluting our air and putting children – especially from low-income communities and communities of color – at higher risk of asthma and other serious health conditions.
Electric school buses (ESB) offer a powerful solution. They can cut greenhouse gas emissions while delivering cleaner air for our kids. And with the addition of vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology, these buses can also strengthen our power grid.
We invite you to download our “Tips for Conserving Water” flyer here. Water conservation is an essential component of environmental protection. From cars to lawns to hoses to laundry, and more, here are a series of simple steps each of us can take to help conserve our most precious resource. Limit your showers to eight…
New York made history with its 2023 fiscal budget by becoming the first state to mandate a fully zero-emission school bus fleet. Starting in 2027, all new school buses purchased must be electric, and by 2035, all operating buses on the road must be zero-emission. This shift isn’t just about cutting down carbon emissions, but about cleaner air for kids and greater equity for disadvantaged communities. The transition has a clear focus on environmental justice communities.
“There is no transition without transmission,” said Julie Tighe, president of the New York League of Conservation Voters Education Fund (NYLCVEF), as she opened a panel discussion on the critical role of transmission and grid infrastructure in shaping New York’s clean energy future.
The event, presented by NYLCVEF and Con Edison, included energy leaders from across the state who together highlighted the overarching importance of transmission, the key stakeholders involved, as well as the process, barriers, and critical next steps for New York State.
Major New York arenas like Barclays Center and UBS Arena are leading efforts to eliminate single-use plastics and reduce environmental waste through new compostable products, water and energy conservation tactics, and community partnerships.
Lead is a dangerous contaminant. There is no safe level of lead exposure. Children are especially vulnerable, facing increased risks of developmental delays, learning disabilities, and other serious health impacts.
As the weather is warming up, the sun-fueled fun of summer makes it one of the most anticipated seasons of the year. As you get ready for longer days and warmer nights, there are many ways to reduce your environmental impact to ensure you have an eco-friendly yet exciting summer.
By Mia Fitzloff 430 million tons of plastic are produced every year, and every piece ever made still exists today. While that’s a difficult concept to fully grasp, it’s true. This plastic sits in landfills, pollutes our oceans, and slowly breaks down into toxic microplastics. Although we never see our straws, wrappers, or lids after we’re…
By Peter Aronson Trying to achieve New York State’s goal of achieving a zero-carbon emission electrical grid by 2040 is a lot like piecing together a complex puzzle: We need drastic increases in off-shore wind, solar and hydro-electric power. We need many more EVs on the road. And, among other changes, we need more homeowners…
