For over two decades, the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative has saved families billions of dollars in energy costs, substantially reduced pollution, and supported thousands of jobs while providing significant health benefits by cleaning up our air. Read the full statement from our president:

Have you spotted the new colorful upgrade to the Zerega bus depot yet? 🎨 Last week, we joined NYCSBUS, Artbridge, and local partners and elected officials to unveil Daniel Bonilla’s mural highlighting the community benefits of clean electric bus transportation in the Bronx.

Last Thursday, July 23rd, an Endangered Kemp's ridley sea turtle – Pancake – was successfully released back into the Atlantic Ocean! NYLCV’s Community Engagement Manager, Juan Torres, attended the event outside the Wildlife Conservation Society’s New York Aquarium.

New York’s budget treats clean water as the public right that it is. NYLCV President Julie Tighe and CIC Executive Director John Cooney explain how this funding will keep critical projects moving, plan for long-term upgrades, and protect residents for generations: buff.ly/FCieiFT

We had a wonderful time co-hosting the BESS and Beers event last Tuesday at Tap Room in Patchogue, NY alongside Renewable Energy Long Island, @nyforcleanpower.org, ACE New York, @sierraclub.org NY Atlantic Chapter, and @citizensenviro.bsky.social!

New York is the FIRST state to enact a moratorium on new large-scale data centers! @Governor.ny.gov's Executive Order ensures time to establish strong guardrails so future development supports our electric grid, our environment, and the New Yorkers who depend on both.

Wishing you a very happy Summer of Shovels! This summer is filled with ambitious solar and wind project development across New York State. 💪

Congressman Lewis said, "The vote is the most powerful nonviolent change agent you have." He was right. That's why we're mobilizing to protect voting rights. We can't afford to sit o the sidelines. It's time for #GoodTrouble Mobilize: mobilize.us/john-lewis-a...

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Next Stop: Fast Buses, Better Service! 🚍 Prioritizing public transit is important not just for quality of life, but for improving our air quality and combating the climate crisis. We thank @mayor.nyc.gov and @governor.ny.gov for their historic plan to improve our city’s bus network!

☀️ BREAKING NEWS ☀️ Eight gigawatts of distributed solar has been installed across New York State, putting us ahead of schedule for reaching 10 GW by 2030! We thank @Governor.ny.gov for prioritizing solar, benefitting our environment and economy across the state.

Decarbonizing our buildings is a necessary step in our transition to a healthier and more affordable clean energy future. We applaud the federal appeals court ruling affirming New York's right to restrict the installation of fossil fuel-powered appliances in new buildings. Our full statement:

We commend @Mayor.nyc.gov, @SpeakerMenin.bsky.social, and @council.nyc.gov for delivering a budget that moves NYC toward a healthier, more sustainable, and affordable future. While this is meaningful progress, more work remains, and we look forward to advancing a bold environmental agenda together.

The 100-mile Smart Path Connect transmission project is part of the largest investment in New York’s electric grid in the past half-century. There's no clean energy transition without transmission, and we applaud @Governor.NY.gov for moving this critical project forward.

VICTORY! The New York League of Conservation Voters Gives Green congratulates all candidates on a hard fought primary election!

Today, President Julie Tighe accepted NYSEIA’s Solar Champion Award on behalf of NYLCV at the NYC Solar + Storage Summit. We thank NYSEIA for their partnership and this recognition of our work!

It's Election Day! 🗳️ One of the most important things we can do for our community, family, and the environment is make our voices heard at the ballot box. Get out there and vote by 9PM tonight!

Bruce Blakeman is spreading misinformation and stoking fear instead of offering real solutions. The only way we can actually lower energy costs and address New Yorkers’ energy and affordability challenges is to build out our energy infrastructure. Our full statement:

Secure. Responsible. Proven. ✅Delivers energy independence ✅Strengthens energy security ✅Successful coexistence with marine life. Offshore wind is built for a secure energy future: tinyurl.com/3zp4amey #GWD26 #OSWWorks #OffshoreWind #Sustainability #EnergySecurity

It is important we continue to correct misinformation about renewable energy projects. Town Supervisor Tim Fisher combats misconceptions about the Fort Edward solar project: buff.ly/Pyizjbu

Vote early now through Sunday, June 21st! 🗳️ Learn more and take NYLCVEF's pledge to vote at nylcvef.org/vote

Due to a prolonged budget process, many environmental priorities failed to reach the finish line. Still, lawmakers made progress on expanding access to clean energy, protecting public health and strengthening climate resilience. Our statement on the end of the legislative session:

This morning, our Deputy Director of NYC Policy Alia Soomro testified at @council.nyc.gov's Executive Budget hearing on the importance of funding for New York City's environmental and climate programs. Take a look!

If lawmakers are serious about helping school districts succeed, the answer is continued funding and implementation support, not delaying cleaner air for children. Read why Dr. Kate Watson supports electric school buses as both an emergency medicine physician and parent: tinyurl.com/bdhda5hf

99% of people worldwide breathe unhealthy air. Air pollution comes from many sources, with fossil fuels being a primary cause. Watch this informative video by the @envdefensefund.bsky.social to learn more about how air pollution, climate change, and our health are connected:

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We're thrilled that the Senate confirmed Kathy Moser as NY State Parks Commissioner! Kathy has been part of the NYLCV family through her service on our Capital District board and we look forward to continued partnership to ensure our parks are protected for generations to come.

✅ BILL PASSED! ✅ Expanding New York’s C-PACE program will make it easier for property owners to make clean energy upgrades and ensure their infrastructure is more resilient. Thank you @senatorkevinparker.bsky.social, Assemblymember Steve Stern and leadership for passing this NYLCV Scorecard Bill!

✅ New endorsements from NYLCV Gives Green! ✅ In the state legislative races, these candidates understand that strong climate and environmental action in Albany is more important now than ever.

As a member of the @NYSERDA.bsky.social Board, Audrey Zibelman will bring her strong understanding of what it takes to build out clean, local energy infrastructure to NY. We look forward to working with her and are confident she'll be a strong leader for New York’s clean energy future!

✅ BILL PASSED! ✅ With the federal gov't trying to roll back limits on the levels of forever chemicals in our drinking water, this NYLCV Scorecard Bill ensures that New Yorkers’ health remains protected. Thank you to Brian Kavanagh, Grace Lee and Senate and Assembly leadership in both parties!

In January, NYLCV and @greenwatchdogNY.bsky.social announced a slate of “Superbills” — priority legislation that will be more heavily weighted in our annual environmental scorecards. Take action here to get these bills passed: buff.ly/vRqv9H7