Tag: Environment

• City Council Pushes for Enhanced Urban Tree Canopy to Tackle Climate Change

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  Dec 19

  Local leaders gathered in a recent City Council legislative session to discuss the crucial role of New York City’s urban tree canopy in countering climate change. Speaker Adrien Adams and… more ›

• City Planning Commission Unveils New Disinfection Facilities to Combat Flushing Creek Pollution

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  Dec 18

  During a recent City Planning Commission (CPC) meeting held on December 17, officials discussed environmental compliance measures for new disinfection facilities addressing combined sewer overflow (CSO) impacts in Flushing Creek,… more ›

• City Proposes Environmental Mitigation Strategies Amidst Peml West 25th Rezoning Concerns

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  Dec 16

  During a recent City Planning Commission meeting, officials addressed measures to mitigate environmental impacts identified in the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the Peml West 25th rezoning proposal. The… more ›

• Community Concerns Rise Over Environmental Impact of Peml West 25th Rezoning Proposal

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  Dec 15

  Residents expressed concerns about the environmental impacts of the Peml West 25th rezoning proposal at a recent public scoping meeting held by the New York City Department of City Planning.… more ›

• New York City Officially Calls for Community Engagement in 2026 Solid Waste Management Plan

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  Dec 10

  City officials discussed strategies for increasing community engagement in New York City’s 2026 Solid Waste Management Plan during a public meeting held on December 9, 2025. The City Council’s Committee… more ›

• Brooklyn Launches First Blue Belt Project to Combat Flooding and Enhance Green Spaces

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  Dec 9

  Local residents can anticipate significant outcomes from the creation of Brooklyn’s first-ever blue belt project at Prospect Park. The initiative promises to improve stormwater management, helping to shield the surrounding… more ›

• City Council Advances Code Amendments to Combat Inland Flooding Risks in NYC

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  Dec 5

  City Council members gathered on December 4, 2025, to discuss proposed amendments to construction codes aimed at mitigating inland flooding risks in New York City. The suggested legislative changes, spearheaded… more ›

• New Mixed-Use Development on Avenue U Promises Affordable Housing and Community Revitalization

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  Dec 5

  The proposed mixed-use development at 1417 Avenue U in Brooklyn aims to deliver significant community benefits, including affordable housing and commercial opportunities. During the December 3, 2025, City Planning Commission… more ›

• Fresh Program Transforms Food Access for 1.7 Million New Yorkers Amid Rising Prices

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  Dec 2

  The Fresh Program has significantly improved food access for over 1.7 million New Yorkers previously living in food deserts, according to a recent review session by the City Planning Commission… more ›

• New York City Council Debates Future of Horse-Drawn Carriages Amidst Animal Welfare Concerns

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  Nov 17

  City officials are grappling with how to address the long-standing concerns regarding the treatment of horses in New York City’s carriage industry. At a recent meeting of the New York… more ›

• New Sanitation Bill Aims to Tackle NYC’s Rodent Problem with Innovative Waste Management Solutions

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  Nov 13

  New York City’s sanitation landscape is set to undergo significant changes following the passing of a new sanitation bill aimed at curbing the city’s notorious rodent population. Introduced by Council… more ›

• New York City Council Proposes Major One LIC Plan for Affordable Housing and Community Resilience

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  Nov 13

  The New York City Council convened on November 12, 2025, to discuss the One LIC neighborhood plan, a significant initiative aimed at reshaping Long Island City. This plan, proposed by… more ›

• Brooklyn’s Mixed-Use Developments Focus on Sustainability and Affordable Housing

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  Nov 10

  The City Planning Commission (CPC) meeting held on November 5, 2025, highlighted sustainability initiatives integrated into new mixed-use developments in Brooklyn. The discussions focused on the specifics of proposed projects,… more ›

• Climate Museum Officials Call for Enhanced Education and Community Engagement to Combat Climate Change

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  Oct 23

  New York City officials recently convened to discuss stormwater resiliency legislation and the expansion of outreach and education programs by the Climate Museum. During the October 22, 2025, meeting, representatives… more ›

• Public Meeting Highlights Key Changes for NYC Stormwater Resiliency Legislation

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  Oct 23

  Stakeholders gathered at a public meeting on October 22, 2025, to discuss proposed changes to stormwater resiliency legislation, particularly focusing on Intro 1352. The emphasis was on enhancing the effectiveness… more ›