The county Department of Environmental Services last month held its first public meeting in its effort to identify and address vulnerabilities due to climate change.
Environment
New study aims to solve energy efficiency stalemate in rentals
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The Climate Solutions Accelerator of the Genesee-Finger Lakes Region and the Urban Institute are looking for solutions to the “split incentive,” where tenants and landlords often find themselves at odds over energy-efficient upgrades.
Environment
City’s tree-planting effort faces new uncertainty
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In the first two years of a three-year campaign, more than 4,000 street trees have been planted, many in disadvantaged neighborhoods. But under the Trump administration, money for urban forestry initiatives may be in jeopardy.
Environment
Trump’s order on paper straws worries local manufacturer
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In addition to the environmental impact, Roc Paper Straws is concerned that its already tight margins could grow even tighter.
Environment
Should Seneca Meadows get a permit extension?
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Opponents contend New York’s largest landfill is degrading air and water quality, while its operator says Seneca Meadows is a guardian of the environment.
Environment
A march for hope and action on climate change
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Later this month, a number of local climate organizations will march in downtown Rochester to spur action and educate participants on the interconnectedness of modern-day challenges.
Environment
Microplastics research project gets funding boost
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Rochester Institute of Technology and NY Sea Grant have received $300,000 to include more urban communities in the Great Lakes watershed.
Economy & Business
Perch Energy plans to enter Rochester-area market
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The Boston-based community solar service provider already partners with 23 solar farms in New York.
Environment
Protecting Rochester’s urban forest
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An updated plan is expected to expand this vital resource and address tree-coverage disparity in the city.
Environment
The steward of leftover paint
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PaintCare is nearly two years into its paint stewardship program, which works to eliminate paint waste through recycling and proper disposal methods.
Environment
New microplastics research hub gets U.S. funding
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The University of Rochester and Rochester Institute of Technology, backed by $7.3 million in federal funding, are partnering to study the environmental and health threats posed by plastic particles.