GREEN NEW YORK
GREEN NEW YORK
19 No matter where you are in the world, there is a constant struggle between the interests of business and government’s role in protecting the environment. In some places the scales are tipped almost entirely toward business. Practically nowhere is the reverse true, where environmental protection completely trumps economic activity. But in New York there is a balance that has been forged through countless battles. Advocates on both sides use heated rhetoric to argue that jobs are being killed, or the environment destroyed, but generally government officials have established a position in the middle of the road where they can champion a proenvironment position and stave off the anti-business tag. One thing that has helped elected leaders develop this political flexibility has been the increasing investment into business ventures deemed to be “green” or good for the environment. In our spotlight section, we look at some of the top issues being debated when it comes to clean energy and recycling in New York City. We also hear from the top government officials deciding policy that regulates activities in the places where we live.
20 … Union, recycling advocates promote city trash zone plan By Sarina Trangle
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24 … Advocates say GE needs to keep cleaning the Hudson River By Will Brunelle
26 … City looks to reward sustainability with financial incentives By Sarina Trangle
28 … State energy overhaul is ‘REV’ing up By Jon Lentz
city & state — October April 22,26, 2015 2015
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