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At a a recent hearing, members of the NYC Banking Commission heard from advocates who described redlining, predatory and discriminatory lending practices, and substantial investments in the fossil fuel industry…

ByDoug Turetsky 0Comments

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May 2023

Economy Government Transportation

Costly Utility Rates Could Jeopardize MTA’s Move to All-Electric Buses

This summer, utility companies must submit plans detailing how they’ll implement a series of solutions to make electricity rates more affordable for electric vehicles. But their plan has fallen short…

ByMariana Simões 1Comment

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May 2023

Climate and Environment Government Housing and Homelessness Opinion

Opinion: Real Estate Industry Plays Key Role in New York’s Sustainability Plans

“The real estate industry will play a key role in implementing these new standards and must move quickly to do so. That task might seem daunting, but the affordable housing…

ByJolie Milstein 0Comments

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May 2023

Climate and Environment Government

Opinion: New York Utilities Must Align With State’s Climate Goals

“New York State laid out the strategy for equitably addressing the climate crisis. Now we must pass the NY HEAT Act to ensure we can deliver on that promise and…

ByKarines Reyes

BySonal Jessel 0Comments

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Mar 2023

Climate and Environment Economy Government Politics Transportation

New York Considers First-in-the-Nation Bill to Charge Fossil Fuel Companies for Climate Change Destruction

Known as the Climate Change Super Fund, the legislation was included in the Senate’s one-house budget proposal, but didn’t make it into the Assembly’s proposition. Lawmakers are pushing for the…

ByMariana Simões 5Comments

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Jan 2023

Climate and Environment Government Politics

Hochul’s ‘Cap-and-Invest’ Climate Plan Stirs Skepticism From Environmentalists & Polluters Alike

The program will charge companies for carbon pollution and introduce a novel rebate initiative that promises to distribute $1 billion to New Yorkers. But environmentalists say its success will rest…

ByMariana Simões 5Comments

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Jan 2023

Government Health Politics

Gas Stoves Contribute to Nearly 19% of NY’s Child Asthma Cases, Analysis Estimates

Advocates say the findings add new urgency to the state’s efforts to transition its energy sources away from fossil fuels, and as environmental groups renew calls for state lawmakers to…

ByJeanmarie Evelly 0Comments

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Sep 2022

Climate and Environment Government Opinion Transportation

Opinion: New York Needs a Bold Climate Action Plan

“The Climate Action Council Scoping Plan for New York must not allow for new or repowered gas power plants that pollute our air and endanger community health. Additionally, the final…

ByRamón Cruz 0Comments

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Jun 2022

Education Government Housing and Homelessness In Depth Justice NYCHA Politics

New York’s Legislative Session Ends, With Mixed Results on Housing. Here’s What Passed & What Didn’t

What exactly did state lawmakers do before starting their nearly seven-month break? Here’s a rundown.

ByJeanmarie Evelly

ByDavid Brand

ByLiz Donovan 0Comments

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Jun 2022

Climate and Environment Education Government Politics

NYC Youth Taking the Lead on Climate Activism

Although some are still only high school or college age, Generation Z—generally about 25 and younger—has established itself as the most engaged generation in climate action.

ByLiz Donovan 0Comments

In a First, the Public Got to Weigh in on NYC’s Banking Decisions

Costly Utility Rates Could Jeopardize MTA’s Move to All-Electric Buses

Opinion: Real Estate Industry Plays Key Role in New York’s Sustainability Plans

Opinion: New York Utilities Must Align With State’s Climate Goals

New York Considers First-in-the-Nation Bill to Charge Fossil Fuel Companies for Climate Change Destruction

Hochul’s ‘Cap-and-Invest’ Climate Plan Stirs Skepticism From Environmentalists & Polluters Alike

Gas Stoves Contribute to Nearly 19% of NY’s Child Asthma Cases, Analysis Estimates

Opinion: New York Needs a Bold Climate Action Plan

New York’s Legislative Session Ends, With Mixed Results on Housing. Here’s What Passed & What Didn’t

NYC Youth Taking the Lead on Climate Activism

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