How Will the CLCPA Impact Solid Waste Management Facilities?
New York State passed the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act, Chapter 106 of the Laws of 2019 (CLCPA or Climate Act). This law is intended to significantly reduce the impact New York State has on climate change and to ensure that these changes do not...
Navigating the Problem of Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) in NYS
The presence of per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in drinking water poses major health challenges to New Yorkers. In January 2024, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) released a new draft for applying the guidance values (GVs)...
Changes Approaching for the Water and Wastewater Sectors: AI Webinar Insights
Like most industries, the water and wastewater sectors are finding machine learning or artificial intelligence (AI) helpful to address challenges, improve efficiency, and transform operations. A recent webinar hosted by the American Water Works Association (AWWA)...
Save Money on Clean Energy Upgrades to Your Home or Business!
Homeowners today are increasingly interested in finding ways to enhance the energy efficiency of their homes, not only for the benefit of the environment but also to save on energy costs. Fortunately, the landscape for energy-related savings has expanded with the...
NYSERDA Expands Funding Opportunities Through FlexTech Program
In November 2023, the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) released several updates to its Flexible Technical Assistance (FlexTech) Program. Under this program, commercial, multifamily, and industrial entities are eligible to apply for...
New York State’s $25M Grant Program for Volunteer Fire Services
In a move to bolster its emergency response capabilities, New York recently announced a $25 million capital grant initiative for volunteer fire departments across the state. The Volunteer Fire Infrastructure & Response Equipment (V-FIRE) Grant Program is aimed at...
Proposed Changes to Emission Regulations for NYS Asphalt Pavement Manufacturing Plants
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC), Division of Air Resources (DAR) seeks to change emission regulations for Asphalt Pavement Manufacturing Plants (APMP) in the State of New York. The proposal involves repealing the current regulation...
Prepare for the Annual Community Right-to-Know Tier II Report Filing Deadline March 1, 2024!
As the end-of-year holidays and the New Year are approaching, it’s important to remember that the Annual Community Right-to-Know Tier II Report Filing Deadline with the New York City (NYC) Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is coming up. March 1, 2024 is...
December 1 Reporting Deadline for NYS Advanced Clean Trucks Rule – Have You Filed?
In late 2021, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) issued the Advanced Clean Trucks (ACT) rule. Under this rule, manufacturers will be required to transition to the production of zero-emission medium- and heavy-duty vehicles. The ACT rule...
Energy Star Scores for Vehicle Dealerships
Anyone who has bought a major appliance in the past 30 years is undoubtedly well aware of the Energy Star rating system. What began as a humble undertaking to promote more efficient lighting systems in commercial and industrial buildings blossomed into the rating...