Environment
Pittsford, Geneva achieve Climate Smart status
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The towns join 105 certified communities in the state that have taken actions to reduce the impact of climate change.
Environment
The state of Lake Ontario
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New reports on the Great Lakes show a “fair” ecosystem for Lake Ontario, with some progress but also persistent issues.
Environment
DEC denies Greenidge permit renewal application
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The department said the operator of a cryptocurrency mining facility on Seneca Lake did not “demonstrate compliance with the requirements of the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act.”
Environment
Leaf blowers: out of gas?
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More than 100 U.S. cities and towns now prohibit or limit the use of gas-powered leaf blowers. In Albany, two statewide bills are pending. What’s behind the recent moves against these devices?
Environment
An Earth Day birthday
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Greenovation, a secondhand and environmentally conscious thrift store, celebrates its 10th anniversary this weekend with deals and entertainment.
Environment
Revisiting Plan 2014
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An expedited review of the controversial Lake Ontario-St. Lawrence River outflow regulations is under way. Could it lead to flood relief for the shoreline in the Rochester region?
Environment
Answers in the ice
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Research teams in the United States and Canada recently participated in the unprecedented Winter Grab, an effort to preserve the Great Lakes.
Environment
One way to combat climate change? Change how it’s taught
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A study co-authored by a UR educator offers new strategies for climate change curriculum in “Trump Country.”
Environment
RIT taking part in energy storage initiative
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Through its Battery Prototyping Center, the university will be part of New Energy New York, a state hub for new battery innovation, manufacturing, and workforce development led by SUNY Binghamton.
Environment
New York rolls out initiative for carbon-neutral homes
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The $30 million statewide program is designed to establish a network of builders and developers that commit to adopting carbon neutrality in single-family housing.