Press Releases
Environmental Advocates NY is a respected source of information for the public and media. Read our press releases and statements to learn about our work on some of the most pressing environmental issues facing New York.
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- June 25, 2020 – Environmental Advocates of New York Announces Name Change; Unveils New Logo and Design System
- June 5, 2020 – New York’s Frontline Communities Due $20 Million in Climate Funds this Year (So Far)
- June 5, 2020 – Our Statement on Racial Justice
- June 2, 2020 – NYS Department of Health Delays Finalizing Drinking Water MCLs
- May 28, 2020 – NYS Legislature Bans Water Shut-Offs During COVID-19
- April 29, 2020 – Environmental Advocates & NYC Environmental Justice Alliance on NY’s Proposed Climate Fund Regs
- April 22, 2020 – Op-Ed: Persistent Themes and New Projects as Earth Day Hits 50 in New York
- April 18, 2020 – Op-Ed: Earth Day Contaminated
- April 6, 2020 – Amidst COVID Crisis, Cuomo Must Ensure Access to Water for All New Yorkers
- April 1, 2020 – Environmental Advocates of New York’s Reaction to the 2020 New York State Budget
- March 31, 2020 – Trump Administration Dumps Clean Car Rule
- March 29, 2020 – Environmental Advocates’ Statement on Budget Negotiations
- March 13, 2020 – Advocates Call on State to Direct $10 Million in Climate Funds to Frontline Communities
- March 9, 2020 – Clean Water Advocates Call for Stronger Water Regulations Without Delay
- February 18, 2020 – New York State Releases Finalized Regulations on Plastic Bag Ban
- February 14, 2020 – A Growing Need for New York’s Water Infrastructure Funding
- February 4, 2020 – Department of Health Backtracks on Drinking Water Standards for PFOA, PFOS, 1,4-dioxane
- January 31, 2020 – 60+ Orgs Release Letter Calling for Plastic Bag Regs to Follow Intent of Law
- January 23, 2020 – Environmental Advocates NY Responds to Governor Cuomo’s Executive Budget Proposal
- January 12, 2020 – Op-Ed: NY takes big step in the right direction