"This must be only the first step Governor Hochul takes, though."

"Any budget that weakens science-based standards is unacceptable."

"Let’s be clear: Any deal that weakens the science-based accounting standard for climate emissions is unacceptable."

Gov. Kathy Hochul gave little ground in her latest meeting with legislative leaders. Members aren’t biting.

IllustratingActivism New York Reception April 29, 2026 VIRTUAL PROGRAM May 14, 2026 In the darkest of times, creativity and inspiration ignite movements and light the way. “Revolution begins in the im...

Advocates protesting Governor Kathy Hochul’s proposed changes to New York’s climate law were arrested at the New York State Capitol today/Wednesday. WAMC’s Sajina Shrestha was there.

Since Trump’s war with Iran started, we’ve seen a sharp increase in energy prices. Real energy independence will only come when we adopt renewables.

The Senate and Assembly are resisting Hochul’s push to relax New York’s emissions targets and are instead pressing for renewed clean energy funding.

Letter Comes on 15-Year Anniversary of Fukishima Disaster

Democrats who support New York’s 2019 climate law are up in arms over the renewed posturing from Gov. Kathy Hochul on the costs of the law.

The climate crisis is here. Utility bills are unaffordable. Good clean energy jobs are disappearing. Elders and children are forced to stay inside because of air pollution. **Yet Governor Hochul is ...

Trump officials are minimizing and lying about the cost of living crisis, while the administration’s policies are making the crisis worse.

New Yorkers expected to pay up to $33 billion over 20 years to Constellation Energy

"From both an economic and environmental perspective, Hochul’s proposals are dangerous and irresponsible."

The pipeline project was rejected by the state two prior times over water quality threats

The Northeast Supply Enhancement pipeline had been rejected by environmental regulators three times but was revived this spring after talks between Hochul…

The climate-damaging fracked gas pipeline in NY harbor also threatens to saddle New Yorkers with higher bills.

I just donated to Food & Water Watch because I want a world with sustainable food, clean, affordable drinking water, and a livable future by moving toward 100% renewable energy. I believe this is poss...

More than 1 in 4 U.S. children under age 5 rely on WIC program for food assistance

Zoom rally and local groups raise safety, environmental, and legal concerns over Holtec’s potential future plans at Indian Point.

The public letter highlights statewide opposition to the Williams NESE pipeline, citing higher utility bills and risks to local communities.

** Join the Food & Water Watch contingent at the No Trump Gas Pipelines March!** Donald Trump is trying to force more fracked gas pipelines through New York, claiming that he struck a deal with Gover...

Environmental advocates and policy experts say a new pipeline goes against the state's landmark climate law.

Our conversations about New York's increasingly-less ambitious climate legislation, based on results of the recently concluded legislative session continues with Food & Water Watch Northern Region Dir...

Donald Trump is trying to bring two massive fracked gas pipelines back from the dead — and Gov. Hochul must shut the door immediately.

The coalition is calling on New York to extend its public comment window, warning of a dangerously antidemocratic process.

National Grid estimates a 3.5% rate hike for customers in the five boroughs and on Long Island.