Economy
New York’s State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) at the crossroads: SEQRA’s impact on housing and infrastructure, and the debate over reform
SEQRA, once a pioneering environmental law, is now at the center of a debate about how the state can address its housing crisis and build for the future while protecting the environment.
Data Centers
From Brownfields to Bytes: Data Centers Drive New Life on Polluted Land
No one wanted this polluted site—until AI showed up.
Now it’s set to become a power-hungry data center.
What does that mean for energy, jobs, and the community?
Environment
Faces of the Environment: Mike Martucci, EPA Region 2 Administrator
Martucci steps into the role with a blend of political experience, business leadership, and agricultural stewardship that shaped both expectations and skepticism.
Environment
The Faces of Infrastructure: Ed Potosnak, Acting Commissioner, New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection
"Potosnak’s nomination sends a clear signal about the Sherrill administration’s environmental priorities — and sets up an early test of how the new governor intends to reconcile climate ambition with economic and affordability concerns."
Energy
Sherrill’s gubernatorial victory a boost to struggling offshore wind sector [ROI-NJ]
"Rep. Mikie Sherrill’s convincing victory in the governor’s race is seen by supporters of renewable energy as a boon for New Jersey’s struggling offshore wind sector."
Energy
Sherrill vs. Ciattarelli on EVs and Advanced Clean Cars II
"Sherrill has signaled she would continue Murphy’s energy and transportation policies...Republican candidate Jack Ciattarelli takes a distinctly critical stance toward ACC II and the broader push for rapid vehicle electrification."
Energy
Environmental Advocates Respond to Atlantic Shores Decision to Vacate its OREC
Trenton, New Jersey – The following is a statement from Ed Potosnak, Executive Director of New Jersey LCV, regarding Atlantic Shores filing to vacate...
Economy
Op-Ed: The best route to safety and sustainability in the Hudson Valley
When faced with a challenge, leaders act. Problems require solutions – they seldom resolve themselves – and if ignored, usually worsen over time. Case...
Energy
New England’s Energy Struggles – A Teachable Moment in Energy Policy
New England has some of the highest energy rates in the country. Residential electricity rates in New England are about 80% higher per kilowatt-hour...
Energy
Where 6 Metals Used For Electric Cars Come From [Business Insider]
Your average EV has six times more mineral content than a petrol or diesel-powered vehicle – and all those metals need to be dug,...