NYC-EJA is thrilled to honor Assemblywoman @amypaulin.bsky.social at our upcoming gala! Get your ticket here: nyc-eja.org/35th-anniver...
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35 years of fighting for healthier and more just communities - one block at a time. #OntheGroundAttheTable linktr.ee/nyc_eja
NYC-EJA is thrilled to honor Bronx River Alliance at our upcoming gala! Learn more about their work on issues, such as fighting the expansion of the Cross Bronx Expressway, at our gala. Tickets here: nyc-eja.org/35th-anniver...
More vegetation > less heat Recent data shows NYC overall has seen increases in vegetation cover, meaning more areas within the city having "enough" vegetation to start combating the UHI effect. But not all neighborhoods are equitably green. Read our new analysis here: tinyurl.com/NYCvegtation
NYC is Gaining Vegetation — But is it Increasing Equitably?
More local areas across NYC have “enough” vegetation to start reducing the urban heat island effect and the associated impacts on people’s…
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@mayor.nyc.gov's backing of the Delivery Protection Act has put e-commerce giants like Amazon back in the spotlight. "An indirect source rule (ISR) would be a win-win for the people of New York," says NYC-EJA. Read more on @citylimitsnews.bsky.social citylimits.org/opinion-next...
NYC-EJA is pleased to be honoring the NYC Climate Justice Hub at our upcoming 35th Anniversary Gala (10.29.26!) Keep your eyes peeled for the announcement of our next honorees. And we will see you at our gala! Buy your ticket: nyc-eja.org/35th-anniver...
New newsletter format just dropped 🚨🚨🚨 Check it out at conta.cc/4gGeW43 and sign up for our newsletter blasts by following this link: bit.ly/4vUWslW
After experiencing a summer of climate extremes, it is more important than ever to ensure we are properly accounting for the toll that extreme weather events have on human health. ACT NOW by imploring the Governor to sign this vital bill into law: act.nyrenews.org/extreme-heat...
Gov. Hochul has been cozying up to the fossil fuel industry—and @levernews.com has receipts.
katya schwenk@katyaschwenk.bsky.social · last mo.A natural gas astroturf group is boasting that it met with NY Gov Kathy Hochul's office shortly before her decision to greenlight a new pipeline in the state, per industry materials I obtained. The group was founded& is funded by the company behind the new pipeline www.levernews.com/a-natural-ga...
Where should collective organizing power be directed in this moment? Watch NYC-EJA staff and allies answer this question and more on Wednesday, Aug 19. Admission is free aiany.my.site.com/community/ev...
NYC-EJA lauds the exploration of Thermal Energy Networks, urges the City to consider a broader application Read our statement on @mta.info's TENs Announcement here: nyc-eja.org/wp-content/u...
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Despite extreme heat, unbreathable air, and flooded streets, July was a time for reflection. We celebrated wins for current and former staff alike-a published interview, an honoree, and the crowning of NYC’s first Utility Public Utility Advocate conta.cc/4wDUkPm
It’s August. And the heat isn’t letting up. Stay safe and remember-extreme heat affects everyone. And some communities more than others. Learn about extreme heat in NYC in our one-pager: bit.ly/4hdTP9U
For the first time in five years, land on Rikers Island has been transferred out of the control of the DOC. NYC-EJA's Mike Higgins and @freedomagendany.bsky.social's Darren Mack break down what happened, why this matters, and what's to come. Link here: bit.ly/3RxH2Vn #CloseRikers #RenewableRikers
Only 2 months until NYC-EJA’s 35th Anniversary Gala! Here’s everything you need to know Dress Code: Business casual w a Halloween twist! Costumes are encouraged. Pics from our 2021 Gala for your inspiration ✨ Learn more, buy tickets, or sponsor us at this link: nyc-eja.org/35th-anniver...
Join us in congratulating our very own Eunice Ko, Deputy Director of NYC-EJA, for being named in Crain's 40 Under 40! Well deserved 👏 Get to know Eunice here: www.crainsnewyork.com/recognitions...
“Annel Hernandez is a champion for environmental justice and energy equity. Annel has advanced climate, environmental and energy policies that have made our city healthier and more equitable,” said Eddie Bautista, Executive Director NYC-EJA
Hear @freedomagendany.bsky.social member Manny Figueroa and @nycejalliance.bsky.social's Michael Higgins discuss how Renewable Rikers can transform the island into clean energy infrastructure while advancing racial justice. 👂 Listen here: open.spotify.com/episode/11sL...
Join NYC-EJA for our 35th Annual Gala on October 29, 2026. The theme is WE ARE STILL HERE: POWERING THE JUST TRANSITION. Here's a sneak peak 🤫 📍WHERE: Roulette, BK ⏱️ WHEN: Oct 29, 6-10pm TICKETS & SPONSORSHIP HERE: nyc-eja.org/35th-anniver...
“Rikers is not only a criminal justice crisis. It is also an environmental failure that demands urgency. Closing it is not just about decarceration, it’s about repairing harm, restoring communities, and reimagining our city’s future resilience.” citylimits.org/opinion-clos...
June was a (much needed) victory lap for New Yorkers. Congratulations to the Knicks, to our new electeds, and a special thank you to Mayor Mamdani for finally making headway on closing Rikers. New York, let’s stay cool and keep this momentum going! June newsletter here: conta.cc/4xZsY7h
SAVE THE DATE for NYC-EJA's 35th Annual Gala on October 29! Learn more, buy your ticket, or sponsor us here: nyc-eja.org/35th-anniver...
May was hot, both politically and physically. The CLCPA is gutted, our streets got flooded-but between an early heat wave and political tensions, NYC-EJA has continued to sow toward significant wins. Learn more in our May newsletter: conta.cc/43LBfxG
❗We still have a few hours left to act on a MAJOR climate bill❗ Please call the Speaker's Office at 518-455-3791 and urge them to bring the Clean Deliveries Act, A.3575C up for a vote the session ends today. www.instagram.com/reel/DZLA_Dc...
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After 2+ years, we are pleased to say that the Heat Mortality Reporting bill has passed in both the Assembly and the Senate. This means that we are closer to getting the data we need for a healthier NY for all TY Senator Gustavo Rivera & @amypaulin.bsky.social for their leadership
About two months after the deadline, the New York State Legislature finally passed the '26-27 State Budget. But this isn't all good news. This budget will set our communities back years. Read NYC-EJA's thoughts-and critiques-on the '26-27 State Budget here: conta.cc/4eaug7x
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Today, the Legislature will be voting on the Transportation, Economic Development and Environmental Conservation budget bill, the contents of which are unsettling to environmental justice advocates and communities alike. Read our full statement here: bit.ly/4tVNgvm
New York has been experiencing HOT summers. And this year, it’s starting early. Not all neighborhoods are equitably protected from extreme heat and its health effects. Find a cooling center here: finder.nyc.gov/coolingcente... Learn more about extreme heat in NYC here: bit.ly/4fBkFrs
