History, Natural History & the Arts
New York State’s new Green Purchasing Communities program, a first in the nation program that makes it easy for local governments to ensure that the products they are purchasing have a lower environmental impact.
In addition, local governments that participate will receive recognition for their commitment to purchasing green products and services. [Read more…] about Green Purchasing Communities Program Launches
The GreenNY Council has issued the tenth annual Greening New York State Report for 2020-21, documenting the continued progress made by New York State to reduce the environmental footprint of State operations.
Highlights of this year’s report include a record $300 million invested in green products and services, 4.4 trillion BTUs of energy saving projects completed or underway as part of the BuildSmart 2025 program, and a record 94 percent recycling rate. [Read more…] about New York State Issues 10th ‘Greening New York State Report’