A recent “Another Voice” contained several misconceptions about renewable energy siting in New York. While the state’s renewable energy siting law streamlines the process, it does not ignore meaningful local concerns.
Riverhead’s solar moratorium on hold — for now
A proposed moratorium on new commercial solar facilities was tabled by the Riverhead Town Board yesterday.
The board voted 4-0 — with Councilman Frank Beyrodt recused due to family business interests — to table the measure for a short period of time to address concerns and questions about its language.
Solar moratorium is tabled by Riverhead Town Board; casino concerns aired
Sand Land Prevails in Court
Connecticut health officials warn about flesh-eating bacteria in Long Island Sound
U.S. Rep Rice, local groups urge DOI to act on New York wind energy areas designation
Hamptons sand mine accused of illegal activity, environmentalists demand action from town
Coalition pushes to reinforce New York State's safe drug disposal law as opioid overdoses rise
Elected leaders push for wind farms in region
Rice Calls On Feds To Let Offshore Wind Projects Move Forward
Two offshore wind farms were approved by the state last year, but the federal government hasn't done its part yet, the Congresswoman said.
LONG BEACH, NY — Government, environment and labor leaders gathered in Long Beach today to call on the federal Department of Interior to allow lease auctions to be held for New York offshore wind farms.
New York Delegation: End Offshore-Wind Delays Now
Final Point One referendum left standing
The postponement of a statewide vote this fall on a $3 billion environmental bond act leaves only one environment-related referendum on the November ballot for Suffolk County residents. It’s a proposal by County Executive Steve Bellone to divert about $190 million from a sewer fund to plug holes in the county’s always-creaky but now pandemic-afflicted budget.
Discarded used masks, gloves increase health risks, pollution
TRAVERSE CITY — The irony is not lost on Michelle Klein.
The dirty sanitizing wipes, the used face masks and latex gloves that are found on the ground at gas stations, in parking lots as well as sidewalks and streets have Klein, the director of personal health at the Benzie-Leelanau District Health Department, scratching her head.
NEW YORK ADOPTS DRINKING WATER STANDARD FOR 1,4-DIOXANE
Connecticut lawmakers need to update the bottle bill
Connecticut’s container deposit law, known as the “Bottle Bill,” has been a critical part of our state’s recycling infrastructure for the last 40 years. Refundable container deposits are a proven, effective way to incentivize recycling of single-serve beverage containers and reduce litter in our communities. Unfortunately, the system has not been updated in several years to keep up with changing market trends and inflation.
New York’s tough new drinking water standards may help local residents without access to public water
Don’t let Long Island Sound become a victim of pandemic
Unanimous vote sets New York's water standards as among the nation's most strict
Your Used Mask Needs to Make It to the Trash Can
They’re on beaches, in parking lots and on sidewalks. You probably won’t catch the coronavirus from a discarded mask, but the litter poses a risk to the environment.
Helen Lowman looks at litter a lot. It’s her job. But while walking her dog in Westport, Conn., in March, she noticed an alarming trend. First she passed some dirty wipes on the ground. Then there were gloves. And finally a mask. Four months later, she said the litter of personal protective gear has only gotten worse.
