Government
How Prepared is New York City to Face the Next Big Storm?
Mariana Simões |
The comptroller’s office says some inroads have been made but “far more is needed to be fully prepared for heavy storms.”
Citywide
Ozone Pollution from New York Buildings On the Rise, Study Finds
Mariana Simões |
Buildings don’t just contribute to greenhouse gas emissions: a new study finds they are also adding to the smog that hovers over New York City’s streets.
Government
‘Again & Again, For Years’: Read the Corruption Allegations Against Mayor Eric Adams
Jeanmarie Evelly, Mariana Simões, Tatyana Turner, Chris Janaro and Daniel Parra |
A federal indictment unsealed Thursday accuses Adams of accepting bribes—including illegal campaign contributions and luxury travel perks—from Turkish nationals and at least one official, during both his time as mayor and as Brooklyn borough president.
Government
Federal ‘Polluters Pay’ Bill Debuts, As NY’s Version Awaits Hochul’s Signature
Mariana Simões |
More states are considering legislation to make the largest fossil fuel companies pay for the impacts of climate change, and activists hope a national effort will pressure Gov. Hochul to sign New York’s own superfund bill, which passed both houses earlier this year.
Government
How Much Could Donald Trump-Tied Buildings Owe Under NYC’s Local Law 97?
Mariana Simões |
Five New York City properties that Donald Trump has a stake in could collectively owe millions in penalties over the next decade if they fail to comply with the landmark building emissions law.
Government
Planting Certain Trees Can Make NYC’s Polluted Air Worse, New Study Finds
Mariana Simões |
Species like oaks and sweetgums, which make up a large share of the city’s treescape, emit a chemical that generates a toxic gas when it comes into contact with fossil fuel pollution, researchers say.
Brooklyn
National Grid is About to Raise Your Gas Bill to Cover $5 Billion in Infrastructure Projects
Mariana Simões |
The rate increase, National Grid argues, is necessary for maintaining service as safe and reliable for customers. But environmentalists question adding gas hookups and revamping the system when New York is supposed to be phasing out polluting fossil fuels, as mandated by the state’s landmark climate law.
Government
Gas Leaks Could be Costing New York City Taxpayers More Than $70 Million a Year
Mariana Simões |
New York City firefighters responded to more gas leaks than any other city in the nation, a new study found.
Government
New York’s Utility Regulator Doing ‘Inadequate’ Job of Helping State Reach Climate Goals, Audit Says
Mariana Simões |
An audit carried out by the State Comptroller’s Office says the Public Service Commission isn’t taking enough action to help the state reach its clean energy goals, and doesn’t have a backup plan if New York fails to achieve them.
Government
What’s at Stake for the Environment in Hochul’s Decision to Halt Congestion Pricing
Mariana Simões |
The MTA says losing the revenue generated from congestion pricing could create a domino effect that impacts a series of climate resiliency projects, like fortifying the subway system from flooding and extreme heat.
