Feb. 13, 2025 By Colum Motherway Several Queens elected officials are voicing their opposition to Con Edison’s proposed rate hikes for electricity and gas, urging the New York State Public Service Commission (PSC) to reject the increases and address ongoing concerns about utility affordability. The proposal, which could raise rates by up to 14%,…
Dec. 16, 2024 By sobrien Dec. 16, 2024 By Shane O’Brien U.S. Rep. Nydia Velázquez and Senator Chuck Schumer have secured up to $365 million in funding for renewable energy systems in Puerto Rico as part of a Department of Energy (DOE) program to provide cheaper and cleaner power to communities on the island. Velázquez… Read more »
Oct. 2, 2024 By Athena Dawson JFK Airport Terminal 4 operator JFK International Air Terminal (JFKIAT) announced on Sept. 26 that it has invested in Green-e® certified Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) as part of its effort to combat climate change and transition to renewable electricity. Green-e® certified RECs represent the environmental benefits of generating…