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.
Environment
REMADE to host conference in D.C.
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The national institute’s April 10-11 event will bring together innovators, educators, researchers, business leaders and policymakers, and others involved in the shift to a circular economy.
Environment
Fighting back against natural invaders
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An extensive regional network of organizations is working to limit the threat of invasive plants and insects.
Environment
Genesee Land Trust appoints director
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Lorna Wright, a veteran of land preservation efforts, hopes to expand conservation in the Genesee River area.
Environment
Citizen input on Climate Action Plan sought
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The second phase of Monroe County’s CAP will study communitywide greenhouse gas emissions.
Environment
Are we ready to be a climate refuge?
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As climate change accelerates, the Rochester area is expected to experience fewer extremes than many parts of the U.S., making it a possible destination for those who have been displaced. Is the region prepared?
Environment
An Earth Day weekend
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Climate Solutions will hold a summit for the Genesee-Finger Lakes region today and tomorrow.