Rebecca Redelmeier
Climate Reporter/Producer-
The town board passed a law last year allowing for commercial solar farm developments. But a proposed moratorium could delay those projects for at least a year. -
While other states, like Oregon and California, have enacted further protections for workers in extreme heat, New York’s efforts continue to stall. -
Data from the New York State Insurance Fund, a public insurer, finds workers face greater risk and more costly injuries on hot days. The insurer has launched a program to incentivize employers to reduce emissions. -
Ithaca, N.Y., will require that 50% of the money spent on its energy transition and on major infrastructure projects is directed toward those residents most at risk from climate change. -
The city of Ithaca will now require that half of the money it spends on its clean energy transition and capital projects goes toward communities considered disproportionately burdened by climate change. -
The process of getting off gas isn’t easy or cheap, but it can save money in the long term. -
Earth Day brought a wave of activity across Ithaca and Tompkins County Monday as students and community groups led demonstrations calling on universities and elected officials to act with urgency to address climate change. -
Earth Day is on Monday, September 22. Events to celebrate will begin over the weekend. -
The U.S. Department of Energy has awarded New York an initial $158 million from the Inflation Reduction Act to help residents pay for energy-efficient home upgrades. -
A bill to ban using carbon dioxide to extract oil and gas has passed the state Senate and Assembly. It now awaits Gov. Hochul’s signature.
