'Shutting down Indian Point without building equivalent reliable renewable power is a catastrophic case of putting the cart before the horse, ensuring carbon lock-down for decades to come.'
Research suggests that pollutants from untreated sewage reduce the capacity of local wetlands to absorb carbon and mitigate the impact of greenhouse gases.
Advocates are hoping the presence of an eagle's nest will provide a last-ditch way to stop an Orange County natural-gas pipeline. But what's really at stake is NY's ability to meet Gov. Cuomo's clean-energy goals.
A mayor who was not known for environmental advocacy when he took office has set ambitious goals for carbon reduction, zero waste and air quality. Advocates hope he'll turn more of those plans into reality if he's re-elected.
