carbon emissions

Energy

EPA emissions plan for New York state wants 45% reduction by 2030

The Clean Power Plan will 'unleash market forces' and 'protect local economies and jobs,' said Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Gina McCarthy…

Energy

CO2 emissions crept up slightly in 2013, but still lower than 2005

A new government report says energy-related carbon dioxide pollution increased slightly last year after declining for several years in a row. The 2…

Energy

Enviros renew pressure on Cuomo over carbon emissions ahead of EPA announce

Environmental groups are renewing pressure on Governor Cuomo to make good on his commitment to reduce carbon pollution in the state. On Tuesday the…

Energy

Is it worth doing the leg work to track 'food miles'?

Ryan Delaney, WRVO

Here's a catchphrase someone who's been to a farmer's market is probably familiar with: "buy local." And for those who try and follow the mantra closely,…

Reducing urban sprawl and improving public transit could reduce a community's carbon footprint, according to a new study.

Science

Study finds limiting sprawl could reduce carbon emissions

Ryan Delaney, WRVO

Scaling back urban sprawl could reduce carbon emissions released by communities throughout the Northeast, according to research done in part by New York…