Major Victory in Coalition Push for Renewable Rikers Island
The New York City Council passed two bills that, when signed into law, will mark the beginning of the end for the notorious Rikers Island jail complex and trans...
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How to Testify in Support of Composting in New York City
Here’s how you can stand up for community composting and make your voice heard at Friday’s New York City Council hearing....
NYC Council Must Restore Funds for Community Composting
As the New York City Council and Mayor Bill DeBlasio hammer out the final details of their FY ’21 budget, perhaps the most sensible action they could take to...
Finally, a Farewell to Foam Coffee Cups and Clamshells in NYC
A New York State appeals court has affirmed a lower court ruling, upholding New York City’s ban on polystyrene food and beverage containers and delivering a v...
New York City Needs Congestion Pricing Now More Than Ever
The strategy would save money, curb pollution, and fix our crumbling transit system in a way that’s fair and equitable for all New Yorkers....
An Open Letter to NYC Mayor de Blasio on Congestion Pricing
We believe the City and State should advance a congestion pricing strategy that will not only generate ongoing funds for transit, reduce congestion and curb air...