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...
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...
Advancing Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure in the US
In late July, several major automakers announced that they would be embarking on a groundbreaking partnership that has sparked excitement and hope...
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...
Floodplain Management for Modern Times, Part 4: FEMA Assistance and CFMs
FEMA Assistance for Flood-Prone Communities The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) offers pre- and post-disaster grants to communities. FEMA...
Winter Is Coming and So Is the Deadline for Semi-Annual Stormwater Monitoring and Reporting (GP-0-23-001)
As the end of the year approaches, it’s time to complete semi-annual stormwater Discharge Monitoring Reports (DMR) in order to comply with New...
Floodplain Management for Modern Times, Part 3: Risk Rating 2.0
In our last floodplain guide blog, we discussed FEMA’s National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). One problem with the NFIP that took a long time to...
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...
“Waters of the United States:” Final Rule Announced
Sackett v. EPA In a previous blog, Walden discussed the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) ruling on Sackett v. EPA, where Idaho...
Floodplain Management for Modern Times, Part 2: Flood Insurance
How can you protect your home from floods? The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) administers a program called the National Flood Insurance...