Gov. Kathy Hochul struck down a decades-old provision that raised gas bills for millions of New Yorkers. The move could help curb the use of fossil fuels. Source: New York Times
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Why New York Has Backed Off on Addressing Climate Change
By Gotham Rex on December 15, 2025
With affordability and energy costs looming large as political issues, Gov. Kathy Hochul is less focused on going green. Source: New York Times
New York State Officials Approve Proposal for Controversial Underwater Gas Pipeline
By Gotham Rex on November 7, 2025
The contentious proposal, previously rebuffed by state regulators who expressed environmental concerns, was deemed acceptable on Friday. Source: New York Times
N.Y. Democrats Urge Hochul to Reject Pipeline Over Climate Concerns
By Gotham Rex on October 15, 2025
Ten members of Congress wrote in a letter to the governor that a gas pipeline proposed for New York Harbor runs counter to the state’s emissions reductions goals. Source: New York Times
Winter Forecast: Gas and Electric Bills Will Soar
By Gotham Rex on September 20, 2022
Utility companies warn that customers can expect increases of as high as 32 percent during the cold weather. Source: New York Times
Utility Bills Piled Up During the Pandemic. Will Shut-offs Follow?
By Gotham Rex on March 19, 2022
Moratoriums have expired on turning off utilities for customers who have failed to pay their bills, prompting fears that thousands could be left in the dark. Source: New York Times