The new legislation is designed to consolidate the state’s response to climate events including floods, storms and wildfires.

A state environmental official ordered the town to rewrite a draft report suggesting that the town landfill may not be the ...

The trade groups argued that the Climate Change Superfund Act exposed them to “significant” penalties for greenhouse gas ...

Bethlehem’s water was deemed safe to drink Friday, after a flock of dead geese was found near a Selkirk water plant.

(E&S) categories of ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance). This alert highlights key E&S developments thus far in 2025, including executive actions, regulatory updates, state legislation, and ...

I BIRD NY challenge began Saturday on birding trails around the state and the Capital Region. According to the state ...

Remove and throw away your gloves. Wash your hands with soap and water immediately after removing gloves. Change your clothes ...

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) asked residents to do their part to reduce conflicts between humans and coyotes. DEC says coyotes live in a ...

Expansive changes to New York’s Freshwater Wetlands Permitting Program took effect on January 1, 2025, increasing regulated freshwater wetlands.

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New York State Police are reporting the death of an Ontario man following a box truck crash in Buffalo on Friday.