Climate SMART Plattekill - Pending Adoption

03/21/2026

A lot of money was spent last year to scuttle the legislation; this year, lawmakers should seize the chance to act for the good of public health and the environment.

03/21/2026

03/19/2026

https://www.dailyfreeman.com/2026/03/18/open-space-institute-buys-175-acres-of-marshlands-in-new-paltz-gardiner/

The Open Space Institute on Tuesday announced it has purchased 175 acres of marsh and forest land, including wetland areas, along state Route 299 in the towns of New Paltz and Gardiner.

02/18/2026

Looking to see if people are interested in forming a new committee to pursue Plattekill’s Climate Smart Official status.
First step is seeing if there is interest in participating. Please respond here.
Thank you!

02/14/2026

02/11/2026

This Thursday, February 12th - SUNY New Paltz, Lecture Center LC 102, 6:30 - 8:00.
Are you concerned about your utilities bills? Would making Central Hudson a Public Utility help? Come to a free information session to learn more about the issues from the experts.
To register, scan below or use this link
https://www.eventbrite.com/.../power-struggle-should...
Email your questions or concerns to: [email protected]

02/05/2026

Join co-authors Judith Enck, Adam Mahoney, and Melissa Valliant on January 28 at 7 PM ET US for a free webinar to discuss the new book, “The Problem with Plastic”.

02/05/2026

https://youtu.be/5755Rv7NwxE

The Winter Olympics need snow - not fossil fuels.Eni, one of the world’s biggest oil and gas corporations, is using the Winter Olympics and Paralympics to gr...

12/08/2025

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11/07/2025

With the ongoing uncertainty over the potential loss of federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) assistance, if you or someone you know is in need of food, there are resources available in communities across New York State.

DEC is proud partners with Feeding New York State and other food relief organizations across the state, most recently providing over $11 million in funding to enhance distribution of food to New Yorkers in need and reduce food waste. Find the nearest food pantry or meal program using the link in comments.