Why crucial climate bills have stalled in liberal New York despite the deepening crisis

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“If this was all an easy assignment, we would not be here in 2022 racing against the clock,' says State Sen. Liz Krueger of Manhattan. Read more:

to build, own, and operate more renewable energy projects. It would essentially provide the state with a way to significantly accelerate the building of zero-emission power sources and ensure that climate goals are met.

In June of this year, the Build Public Renewables Act passed the State Senate, but it did not come to a vote in the Assembly.said there was not enough time and information to make a decision. He said there were still unknowns like the cost, and whether NYPA has the capacity to carry out the task. He represents parts of the Bronx where residents are plagued with high ozone levels, heat waves, and flooding.

Due diligence does slow down the process, which Englebright called “intentionally deliberative.” State, who is also a scientist, said that most lawmakers do not have the technical backgrounds to easily understand climate change and environmental bills. Her district of Tompkins County has already committed to going all-electric by the end of the decade, with government buildings set to be gas-free by 2025.said a new bill really requires an education.

“The cryptocurrency industry put out just blatantly false letters to all of us on how this would end the cryptocurrency development in New York state,” Krueger said. "They would all get up and leave. This was ridiculous and untrue.”that would require charging stations and parking for electric vehicles. Krueger said the real estate industry fought against the bill, which has passed the Senate but is now stuck in the Assembly.

Advocates who have participated in crafting legislation and testifying before the Senate and Assembly said they have seen the challenge of misinformation and industry opposition in other bills like the All-Electric Buildings Act. Carforo said the interference from industry opposition was very significant this year in shutting down grassroots campaigns in the final hours.

 

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the only crisis that there is one created by you. The ignorance you demonstrate on the subject matter is appalling and it is clear you only care about what you appear to be doing not doing anything of real value.

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