Environmental Advocates NY
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☀️This morning @governor.ny.gov signed a critical piece of legislation for NY’s solar industry that makes it clearer for developers to know the costs of renewable energy projects after Trump axed vital tax credits.
December 3, 2025 at 9:14 PM
☀️This morning @governor.ny.gov signed a critical piece of legislation for NY’s solar industry that makes it clearer for developers to know the costs of renewable energy projects after Trump axed vital tax credits.
⚠️: Even with further action, New York is already behind schedule on reducing emissions and protecting our communities. The State Energy Planning Board now says our 2030 emissions goal won’t be reached until 2038. At a time of federal rollbacks, now is not the time for retreat.
December 3, 2025 at 5:32 PM
⚠️: Even with further action, New York is already behind schedule on reducing emissions and protecting our communities. The State Energy Planning Board now says our 2030 emissions goal won’t be reached until 2038. At a time of federal rollbacks, now is not the time for retreat.
This year the Legislature passed the All-Electric Buildings Act, which requires most new buildings to have only electric appliances. Now @governor.ny.gov’s administration is delaying implementation. At a time of climate protection rollbacks in DC, we need Albany leaders to keep moving NY forward.
December 2, 2025 at 9:59 PM
This year the Legislature passed the All-Electric Buildings Act, which requires most new buildings to have only electric appliances. Now @governor.ny.gov’s administration is delaying implementation. At a time of climate protection rollbacks in DC, we need Albany leaders to keep moving NY forward.
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December 2, 2025 at 5:46 PM
This #GivingTuesday, help Environmental Advocates NY continue fighting for cleaner air, water, and healthier communities across New York. Chip in $25!
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With news that the Trump EPA is moving to gut protections for our wetlands, Tom Moran reflects on the progress we’ve made in protecting the Hudson River and shows the urgency needed for Albany leaders to step in.
December 1, 2025 at 6:33 PM
With news that the Trump EPA is moving to gut protections for our wetlands, Tom Moran reflects on the progress we’ve made in protecting the Hudson River and shows the urgency needed for Albany leaders to step in.
Rochester is receiving $14 million to replace lead pipes and help ensure its drinking water is safe and clean. But New York can do more and we urge state leaders to get all the lead out of our water.
November 26, 2025 at 1:47 PM
Rochester is receiving $14 million to replace lead pipes and help ensure its drinking water is safe and clean. But New York can do more and we urge state leaders to get all the lead out of our water.
The EPA is planning on rolling back air pollution standards, a direct threat to clean air and a safe climate.
November 25, 2025 at 4:17 PM
The EPA is planning on rolling back air pollution standards, a direct threat to clean air and a safe climate.
Lead pipes continue to compromise our drinking water across New York state, but Albany leaders have tools at their disposal to help accelerate replacing lead service pipes.
November 24, 2025 at 4:54 PM
Lead pipes continue to compromise our drinking water across New York state, but Albany leaders have tools at their disposal to help accelerate replacing lead service pipes.
Several environmental groups have sued the @decision.ny.gov for approving the NESE pipeline. The project poses significant threats to water quality, & construction will release dangerous toxins and heavy metals into NY harbor. NYSDEC has previously denied the project 3 times based on these facts.
November 20, 2025 at 6:55 PM
Several environmental groups have sued the @decision.ny.gov for approving the NESE pipeline. The project poses significant threats to water quality, & construction will release dangerous toxins and heavy metals into NY harbor. NYSDEC has previously denied the project 3 times based on these facts.
We spoke and they listened! The public comment period for NYC's Solid Waste Management Plan has been extended to January 16, 2026! 🎉
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November 18, 2025 at 8:02 PM
We spoke and they listened! The public comment period for NYC's Solid Waste Management Plan has been extended to January 16, 2026! 🎉
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@governor.ny.gov has announced 2 grants to help combat climate change and protect New Yorkers’ clean water! Federal rollbacks and budget cuts are harming our water protection efforts, and these dollars will help fill the gap.
November 18, 2025 at 5:39 PM
@governor.ny.gov has announced 2 grants to help combat climate change and protect New Yorkers’ clean water! Federal rollbacks and budget cuts are harming our water protection efforts, and these dollars will help fill the gap.
Check out a few of the projects benefitting from this funding! ⤵️
November 17, 2025 at 8:48 PM
Check out a few of the projects benefitting from this funding! ⤵️
🎉 The New York State Pollution Prevention Institute has announced 14 new Community Grants awards! These dollars go straight into neighborhoods to will promote pollution-prevention practices at the community level.
November 17, 2025 at 8:48 PM
🎉 The New York State Pollution Prevention Institute has announced 14 new Community Grants awards! These dollars go straight into neighborhoods to will promote pollution-prevention practices at the community level.
🎉 Staten Island is leading NYC in composting with the highest participation rate! Across all 5 boroughs the program has kept millions of tons of waste out of the landfill.
November 17, 2025 at 3:20 PM
🎉 Staten Island is leading NYC in composting with the highest participation rate! Across all 5 boroughs the program has kept millions of tons of waste out of the landfill.
@governor.ny.gov and Albany leaders announced they are delaying implementation of the All-Electric Buildings Act. Every day of delays means another day with higher cost and less clean air for New Yorkers.
November 14, 2025 at 11:00 PM
@governor.ny.gov and Albany leaders announced they are delaying implementation of the All-Electric Buildings Act. Every day of delays means another day with higher cost and less clean air for New Yorkers.
🚨 Our statement on New York State's Delay of the All-Electric Buildings Act:
November 12, 2025 at 10:56 PM
🚨 Our statement on New York State's Delay of the All-Electric Buildings Act:
🚨 Last Friday, @governor.ny.gov's @dec.ny.gov approved Donald Trump’s dangerous NESE pipeline. This project locks us further into a fossil fuel future that we cannot afford.
November 12, 2025 at 5:49 PM
🚨 Last Friday, @governor.ny.gov's @dec.ny.gov approved Donald Trump’s dangerous NESE pipeline. This project locks us further into a fossil fuel future that we cannot afford.
BIG NEWS! @governor.ny.gov and @NewYorkStateAG.bsky.social Letitia James announced a new agreement to more quickly and efficiently conserve lands across New York and protect our natural resources!
November 12, 2025 at 2:04 PM
BIG NEWS! @governor.ny.gov and @NewYorkStateAG.bsky.social Letitia James announced a new agreement to more quickly and efficiently conserve lands across New York and protect our natural resources!
New York State has approved Trump's dangerous gas pipeline. Our statement:
November 7, 2025 at 4:38 PM
New York State has approved Trump's dangerous gas pipeline. Our statement:
Wahoo! New Yorkers voted in favor of Prop 1! This is a win for the Adirondack Park and for environment.
Protecting and expanding the forest preserve will help New Yorkers for generations to come. Thank you, New York voters!
Protecting and expanding the forest preserve will help New Yorkers for generations to come. Thank you, New York voters!
November 6, 2025 at 6:59 PM
Wahoo! New Yorkers voted in favor of Prop 1! This is a win for the Adirondack Park and for environment.
Protecting and expanding the forest preserve will help New Yorkers for generations to come. Thank you, New York voters!
Protecting and expanding the forest preserve will help New Yorkers for generations to come. Thank you, New York voters!
The Trump Administration is ending crucial tax credits for clean energy upgrades, and as @reppaultonko.bsky.social and Julie Tighe write: New York must step up the pace to make sure projects are completed before the credits expire.
November 6, 2025 at 3:56 PM
The Trump Administration is ending crucial tax credits for clean energy upgrades, and as @reppaultonko.bsky.social and Julie Tighe write: New York must step up the pace to make sure projects are completed before the credits expire.
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November 5, 2025 at 9:13 PM
Looking to dig into the environmental politics space? Are you a student in the greater Albany area? Apply for EANY’s internship!
Go to eany.com/jobs to learn more.
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November 4, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Menstrual products are used by millions of New Yorkers, but many contain toxic PFAS “forever chemicals” that pose serious health risks. The Legislature unanimously passed a ban on PFAS in these products and now we’re urging @governor.ny.gov to sign this legislation into law.
November 4, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Menstrual products are used by millions of New Yorkers, but many contain toxic PFAS “forever chemicals” that pose serious health risks. The Legislature unanimously passed a ban on PFAS in these products and now we’re urging @governor.ny.gov to sign this legislation into law.