Energy & Environment

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

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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The drinking water supply for offices of the New York City Department of Sanitation doesn’t even have a roof – just a tattered tarp.

Energy & Environment

New York City to pass water tank reforms

The City Council is poised to vote on bills addressing contamination, lax oversight.

By FRANK G. RUNYEON

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Trashcan with sign "Keep New York Clean" on a street of Manhattan.

Energy & Environment

Albany’s environmental agenda

Addressing water quality, offshore drilling – and plastic bags.

By REBECCA C. LEWIS

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Currently, New York only uses 3 percent wind energy.

Energy & Environment

Could New York go carbon free by 2050?

The Climate and Community Protection Act could transform New York’s energy market.

By SUSAN ARBETTER

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Energy & Environment

NYC failed to enforce water tank law, council health chair finds

After neglect was exposed, seven reform bills are being debated.

By FRANK G. RUNYEON

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Energy & Environment

How to get to ‘50 by 30’

Is New York on pace to generate half its electricity from renewables by 2030?

By KAY DERVISHI

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