The New York State Elections are now one week away. From the potentially historic mayoral race in New York City to statewide ballot measures, the environment and preservation of the land are…
Category: Environment
Delaware County Needs Help Measuring Salt in Streams
The “Fall Salt Snapshot” is being measured from October 1–15 this year in Avondale, Pennsylvania. The Stroud Water Research Center is trying to determine how salinized the area’s waterways are outside of…
New York Climate Week Snapshot: Activists and State Government Push For Environment
Representatives from around the world gathered in Manhattan for New York Climate Week last week. Across the state, nonprofits and local governments are resisting President Trump’s cuts to environmental protections. Dr. Alonzo…
Annual Grant from NY State Helps Nonprofits with Trail Repair and Environmental Stewardship
Every year, nonprofits across New York State can apply for a grant for trail repairs and environmental stewardship. It’s called the “Park and Trail Partnership Grants Program” and is run by the…
$15 Million Improvements Coming to Walton’s Dairy Factory, State Says Delaware County Will Benefit
Governor Hochul announced on June 30th that $75 million will be put into New York’s dairy factories. Walton’s branch of “Lactalis” is receiving $15 million from that fund. Lactalis, the world’s largest…
Air Quality Data Available to Public Thanks to New Environmental Justice Initiative
The public now has access to crucial data about air quality around Hudson Valley. Bard College has partnered with an environmental justice group, “JustAir,” to install sensors and publish the data in…
The Push for Solar Energy Leaves the Catskills Conflicted
The solar power industry is increasing its presence in the Catskills. This rise is accompanied by debates over land use and accusations of predatory marketing tactics. Pennsylvania, specifically, is in the midst…
Catskills Community Land Trust: Building Affordable Housing in the Town of Rockland
Imagine an affordable rental home constructed with local timber, local workforce, and with cutting edge green technology – built by and for the community. That is what the Catskills Community Land Trust…
Scholarships Available for Municipal Officials to Advance Local Stream and Floodplain Management
The Ashokan Watershed Stream Management Program (AWSMP) has funding available for municipal officials who conduct work in the Ashokan Reservoir watershed to attend stream and floodplain management trainings. Code enforcement officers, building…