Energy & Environment

Traffic lights in New York surrounded by steam.

Everyone wants to combat climate change. How fast can NY do it?

Time is running out for Democratic lawmakers’ ambitious environmental agenda.

By ZACH WILLIAMS

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Energy & Environment

Debate over fossil fuel divestment fires up organized labor

Labor groups warn of pension fund losses, but not every union agrees.

By BOB HENNELLY

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New York City Public Advocate Jumaane Williams spoke out at a protest to stop the construction of the Williams natural gas pipeline on April 18, 2019.

Energy & Environment

Will Cuomo block the Williams pipeline?

The controversial project gives him a chance to keep the political left happy.

By ZACH WILLIAMS

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Protestors gathered in the state Capitol two years ago to advocate for the CCPA, which remains stalled in the Legislature.

Energy & Environment

Will New York enact climate laws before it’s too late?

The Climate and Community Protection Act would set ambitious emissions goals.

By ZACH WILLIAMS

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Energy & Environment

Can the state Legislature save the planet?

Lawmakers target big climate goals in the Climate and Community Protection Act.

By ZACH WILLIAMS

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Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez delivers remarks on the 'Green New Deal' resolution during a press conference on Capitol Hill in February.

Energy & Environment

How AOC’s ‘Green New Deal’ compares to Cuomo’s

Both would achieve 100% clean energy, while one has a better chance of advancing.

By REBECCA C. LEWIS

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The Battery Park Underpass, two days after Hurricane Sandy in 2012.

Energy & Environment

Can New York City's flood protection developments weather a storm?

Some of NYC’s biggest new developments are on the water. With flood risks rising, they could end up in the water.

By ANNIE MCDONOUGH

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Energy & Environment

How New York City is preparing for its next big storm

Along New York City’s coastlines, and further inland, fortifications are being built to prevent damage from rising sea levels.

By ANNIE MCDONOUGH

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Energy & Environment

The tide will be high, can New York hold on?

The city and state are planning for sea level rise, but it may be even worse than they’ve anticipated.

By JOHN LIGHT

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How can New York benefit from the Green New Deal?

Energy & Environment

How to make the ‘Green New Deal’ good for cities

Although the resolution’s sponsor represents New York City, it doesn’t emphasize urbanism – yet.

By BEN ADLER

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