As Communities Warn of Health Risks, New York Will Weaken Its Landmark Climate Law
New York Governor Kathy Hochul has announced changes to the state's climate law that will delay its greenhouse gas emissions targets. This decision has raised concerns among community organizers who believe residents are already facing health risks due to climate change. The revisions push back the original 2030 deadline, prompting criticism from environmental advocates.
- ▪Governor Kathy Hochul announced revisions to New York's greenhouse gas emissions targets.
- ▪The changes will delay the state's original 2030 deadline for emissions reductions.
- ▪Community organizers are warning that residents are already suffering from health risks related to climate change.
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Politics As Communities Warn of Health Risks, New York Will Weaken Its Landmark Climate Law Gov. Kathy Hochul has announced revisions to the state’s greenhouse gas emissions targets that will push off its 2030 deadline. Organizers believe residents are already suffering. <img width="150" height="150" src="https://insideclimatenews.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Lauren-Dalban-150x150.jpg" class="attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail" alt="" decoding="async" srcset="https://insideclimatenews.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Lauren-Dalban-150x150.jpg 150w, https://insideclimatenews.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Lauren-Dalban-300x300.jpg 300w, https://insideclimatenews.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Lauren-Dalban-1021x1024.jpg 1021w,…
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