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April 2008

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• Wind farms sprout in western New York | democratandchronicle.com | Democrat and Chronicle Wyoming County has 43,000 people, 46,000 dairy cows and a lot of wind. Planted among the wide fields in the southern part of the county are numerous towering wind turbines — giant white windmills which at their highest stand about as tall as Kodak Tower. The whooshing whine of the long blades, sounding vaguely like a far-off jetliner, is occasionally drowned out by a passing pickup truck. ( May 04, 08) democratandchronicle.com | Democrat and Chronicle | Rochester news, community, entertainment, yellow pages and classifieds. Serving Rochester, New York
• Great Lakes pollution, health link denied No definitive link can be made between industrial pollution in the Great Lakes region and human health concerns, according to a revised version of a controversial federal study released Wednesday. The new version contradicts an early draft that was released in mid-March by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention that showed areas around 13 former hazardous waste sites in Michigan had higher incidence rates for health problems, including infant mortality, low birth weight, premature birth, heart disease and several forms of cancer. (May 1, 2008) Detroit News Online | Detnews.com | Friday, May 2, 2008 | News, sports, features, blogs, photos and forums from Detroit and across Michigan
• FIRST LADY MICHELLE PAIGE PATERSON ANNOUNCES SOLAR PANEL INSTALLATION AT GOVERNOR’S MANSION First Lady Michelle Paige Paterson today unveiled the first installation of solar panels at the Governor’s Mansion, a significant step toward reducing the Mansion’s energy consumption and pollution. The panels were placed on the Rockefeller Pool House and are already providing energy for the Mansion’s upkeep. The First Lady said that she will continue the “Greening the Mansion. initiative to promote healthy buildings and environmental sustainability, while cutting the home’s electrical energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions by 50 percent. (May 1, 08)  Press Releases
• NEW YORK AIR QUALITY: THE GOOD, THE BAD, AND THE UGLY Lung Association’s 2008 State of the Air Report Chronicles Unhealthy Ozone, Soot Levels The American Lung Association of New York today sounded the alarms for all New Yorkers over the quality of air they breathe. According to the State of the Air: 2008 report, released today by the American Lung Association, seven of the 33 counties with air quality monitors received failing grades. “Air pollution in New York is a statewide problem, from Buffalo to Bayport, and from Staten Island to Saratoga, millions of New Yorkers are breathing unhealthy air,” said Michael Seilback, Senior Director of Public Policy & Advocacy. “According to the 2008 American Lung Association State of the Air report, residents of all regions of New York State breathe air with dangerously high levels of both particulate matter and ozone.”Elmira, Rochester, and Utica-Rome made the national list of cleanest cities for ozone. Rochester is one of only 2 cities over 1 million in population to make the list.--from Home - American Lung Association of New York State
• Pollution permit program faulted -- Page 1 -- Times Union - Albany NY ALBANY -- The state's water pollution permit program is so backlogged that it is approving most renewals without asking too many questions, an environmental lobbying group said Monday. The report from Environmental Advocates of New York said the state should hire more staff at the Department of Environmental Conservation to better scrutinize 1,100 permits overdue for renewal by at least a decade. (April 29, 98) Albany NY News - Times Union - Serving Albany, Saratoga, Schenectady, Troy
• www.whec.com - Making changes because of gas prices In Albany Wednesday, New York State Senate Republicans will ask for a suspension of the state gasoline tax. Suspending the tax would cut prices by 32 cents a gallon, but the idea faces opposition in the assembly. State Democrats are worried about the $500 million dollar hole it would create in the state budget. Meanwhile, people in Rochester are taking matters into their own hands. (April 30, 08) www.whec.com
• Take long view, say fans of green buildings | democratandchronicle.com | Democrat and Chronicle Building "green" not only is the right thing to do, it can improve your bottom line. So said presenters at a conference on sustainable business and building Tuesday. The "Building the Triple Bottom Line Conference and Expo," presented by the Rochester Green Business Network and others, drew 180 participants to the Clarion Riverside Hotel downtown. (April 30, 08) democratandchronicle.com | Democrat and Chronicle | Rochester news, community, entertainment, yellow pages and classifieds. Serving Rochester, New York
• Beef up state lead law | democratandchronicle.com | Democrat and Chronicle In Monroe County last year, 426 kids were lead-poisoned. That number — down from 1,234 in 2002 — represents a small victory. And while Rochester, with its 2-year-old lead abatement law, is doing much better than other areas around the state, it's no time for celebration. Truth be told, it took Rochester far too long to get to where it is today. Even the law currently in place was met initially with opposition. (April 28, 08) democratandchronicle.com | Democrat and Chronicle | Rochester news, community, entertainment, yellow pages and classifieds. Serving Rochester, New York
• Grannis Announces Initiative to Promote Smart Growth and Energy Efficiency Through Clean Water Funding Programs - NYS Dept. of Environmental Conservation Improvements Include More Public Information on Projects To modernize New York State's drinking water and clean water loan programs, Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Pete Grannis announced today that energy efficiency and smart growth will be included as factors to help prioritize funding decisions. And in another upgrade, the state will launch an initiative to provide more transparent information regarding the use of the funds. (April 29, 08) New York State Department of Environmental Conservation
• Conference urges more ‘green’ building | democratandchronicle.com | Democrat and Chronicle Building “green” not only is the right thing to do, but it can improve your bottom line. So said presenters at a conference on sustainable business and building today. The conference, presented by the Rochester Green Business Network and others, drew 180 participants to the Clarion Riverside Hotel downtown. (April 29, 08) democratandchronicle.com | Democrat and Chronicle | Rochester news, community, entertainment, yellow pages and classifieds. Serving Rochester, New York
• Brownfields cleanup reform urged | democratandchronicle.com | Democrat and Chronicle State programs to clean up and redevelop old gas stations and manufacturing and dry-cleaning properties might be working in New York City and other metro areas downstate. But local officials said Monday that the current brownfields programs and incentives have failed to deliver the economic development boost needed upstate. (April 29, 08)  democratandchronicle.com | Democrat and Chronicle | Rochester news, community, entertainment, yellow pages and classifieds. Serving Rochester, New York
• Tabled lake-level plan heats debate | democratandchronicle.com | Democrat and Chronicle As public information sessions begin in western New York on a new proposal for regulating Lake Ontario water levels, the point of contention remains a regulatory plan that's officially not even under consideration. A month ago, the international body that oversees regulation of Lake Ontario levels released a new plan offering only modest changes from the current regime, which dates its origins to the 1950s. (April 29, 08) democratandchronicle.com | Democrat and Chronicle | Rochester news, community, entertainment, yellow pages and classifieds. Serving Rochester, New York
• An inside look: Plan 2007 vs. Plan B+ - JEFFERSON COUNTY, N.Y. -- It's called Plan 2007. The International Joint Commission said it's the best way to regulate water levels on the St. Lawrence Seaway and Lake Ontario. The proposed decision comes after nearly five years and $20 million of work. According to the IJC, the plan combines environmental and recreational benefits, while helping erosion. (April 28) News 10 Now | 24 Hour Local News | Watertown/North Country
• In Brighton, it is easy being green | democratandchronicle.com | Democrat and Chronicle Whether you are one to recycle everything in sight, or just the occasional soda can, the Green Brighton Task Force is challenging area homeowners and businesses to do just a little bit more in order to make our area a cleaner place to live — and "Color Brighton Green." (April 27, 08) democratandchronicle.com | Democrat and Chronicle | Rochester news, community, entertainment, yellow pages and classifieds. Serving Rochester, New York
• People benefit from attending energy fair | democratandchronicle.com | Democrat and Chronicle IRONDEQUOIT — Mike Parks said there was a time when people were scared off when he told them what it would cost to install solar or wind power equipment at their homes, but these days the cost of gas and electricity has made them braver. (April 27, 08) democratandchronicle.com | Democrat and Chronicle | Rochester news, community, entertainment, yellow pages and classifieds. Serving Rochester, New York
• Solar car arrives in Rochester - The solar car made a stop in Rochester Sunday. The car stopped at RIT in Henrietta Sunday. The solar car is the creation of people from 23 different countries. It runs on 900 watts of energy from its solar panel. Driving the solar car 160 miles actually uses less energy than a toaster. Some attendees say the solar car could be the car of the future. (April 27, 08) RochesterHomepage.net
• Hamlin Passes Wind Tower Law -The Hamlin Town Board voted in favor of laws and restrictions for proposed wind farms. (Apr 24, 2008) R News: As It Happens, Where It Happens
• Development dilemma in the Finger Lakes - Rochester, NY - MPNnow Canandaigua, N.Y. - Jim Kersting isn’t sure what kind of growth and change to expect in the Finger Lakes area over the next 20 years, but he’s sure that he doesn’t want to see large developments pop up all over the place. From Canandaigua and Honeoye lakes to Grimes Glen in Naples, Kersting said local cities and towns are lucky to have so much open space and should cherish it. (April 27, 08) Homepage - Rochester, NY - MPNnow
• 'Green' grapes growing as Finger Lakes trend | democratandchronicle.com | Democrat and Chronicle On 45 breathtaking acres that border the western shores of Seneca Lake, Doug Miles grows grapes for wine, both red and white. In recent years, however, the president and owner of Miles Wine Cellars has been making significant changes to ensure that all of his wines are as green as possible. (April 27, 08) democratandchronicle.com | Democrat and Chronicle | Rochester news, community, entertainment, yellow pages and classifieds. Serving Rochester, New York
• Rochester launches its third year of Clean Sweep | democratandchronicle.com | Democrat and Chronicle Rochester's Clean Sweep was held in the city's southwest quadrant on Saturday. About 750 volunteers registered for the community clean-up, which started from Genesee Valley Park West, and all eight neighborhood associations in the southwest area participated. (April 27, 08) democratandchronicle.com | Democrat and Chronicle | Rochester news, community, entertainment, yellow pages and classifieds. Serving Rochester, New York
• Green construction - A major part of our green series has been sharing the little things we can all do to make this a better world. Of course there's one sector of our economy that's embracing green in a big way. Architects and builders are thinking green in everything from homes to skyscrapers. --from Go Green
• Naples to gets windmill windfall - Rochester, NY - MPNnow The company building two wind farms in Cohocton will contribute $50,000 for restoration work at Memorial Town Hall in Naples. The Town Board voted unanimously last week to accept the cash; otherwise, it would go back to Cohocton for historic preservation projects there. (April 26, 08) - Rochester, NY - MPNnow
• Third bicyclist hit by car this week | democratandchronicle.com | Democrat and Chronicle When motor vehicles and bicycles collide, the vehicles inevitably win — as they have been doing with frequency this week. (April 25, 08) democratandchronicle.com | Democrat and Chronicle | Rochester news, community, entertainment, yellow pages and classifieds. Serving Rochester, New York
• Two Parma residents receive shots for possible rabies exposure | democratandchronicle.com | Democrat and Chronicle Two Parma residents are receiving treatment for possible rabies exposure after a raccoon tested positive for the disease, the first such case in Monroe County this year, public health officials said Friday. (April 26, 08) democratandchronicle.com | Democrat and Chronicle | Rochester news, community, entertainment, yellow pages and classifieds. Serving Rochester, New York
• Hamlin sets rules for wind turbines | democratandchronicle.com | Democrat and Chronicle HAMLIN — Voices shouted and tears flowed Thursday night as the Town Board adopted a new law regulating wind farm development. (April 25, 08) democratandchronicle.com | Democrat and Chronicle | Rochester news, community, entertainment, yellow pages and classifieds. Serving Rochester, New York
• Xerox invests in RIT's "green" research - HENRIETTA, NY (2008-04-24) Xerox Corporation is investing $2 million in RIT's efforts to advance environmentally sustainable practices. (April 25, 08) wxxi NewsRoom
• Wind Tower Zoning Approved in Hamlin - HAMLIN, NY (2008-04-24) A group of wind tower opponents walked out of a Hamlin Town Board meeting Thursday night as the town became the first in Monroe County to adopt zoning laws that regulate development of wind power projects. With one board member recusing himself, the rest voted unanimously in favor of the ordinance. (April 25, 08) WXXI NewsRoom
• Groups argue for recycling of TVs | democratandchronicle.com | Democrat and Chronicle ALBANY — On the 38th Earth Day Tuesday, state officials and advocacy groups called for actions ranging from cleaning water in the Adirondacks and recycling televisions to a contest aimed at bolstering recycling in schools. Environmentalists promoting recycling of electronics put cardboard "TVs" on their heads, fake blood on their hands and faces, and walked like zombies in front of the Legislative Office Building. (April 22, 08) democratandchronicle.com | Democrat and Chronicle | Rochester news, community, entertainment, yellow pages and classifieds. Serving Rochester, New York
• GOVERNOR PATERSON ANNOUNCES PLANS FOR STATE’S LARGEST SOLAR ENERGY PROJECT Governor David A. Paterson today announced a major alternative energy project that would create the state’s largest source of solar power to help meet the challenge of developing comprehensive renewable energy alternatives and address the growing demand for energy on Long Island and throughout the state. Long Island Power Authority (LIPA) President and CEO Kevin S. Law said LIPA released a Request for Proposals (RFP) today calling for 50 megawatts (MW) of solar energy to be generated on Long Island. The project would provide enough power to sustain more than 6,500 households and reduce carbon dioxide emissions by 20,000 tons. The solar energy would be produced by one or more developers of solar photovoltaic systems and will be introduced onto the LIPA grid and purchased by LIPA. (April 22, 08) Press Releases
• CITY IS FOUNDING REPORTER OF THE CLIMATE REGISTRY - Takes Action as Green Leader on Climate Change -Mayor Robert J. Duffy today announced that, as a result of a recommendation of the Mayor’s “Green Team,” the City of Rochester has become a Founding Reporter of The Climate Registry. The Climate Registry is a non-profit group established to measure and publicly report greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) in an accurate and transparent manner consistent across industry sectors and borders. The founders of the organization include thirty-nine U.S. states, six Canadian provinces, three Native American tribes, two Mexican states and the District of Columbia. --Welcome to the City of Rochester
• Broome County Legislature recognizes ‘green’ organizations - BINGHAMTON - The Broome County Legislature has awarded 20 organizations that have displayed exemplary leadership and have instituted creative environmental programs that go above and beyond the mandated regulations. After the nomination period was announced on April 3rd, organizations were nominated by the community web-based forum, and also by Members of the Legislature. (April 25, 08) New York State News on the Net!
• Ontario rejects IJC plan 2007 on water levels - The Ontario government has joined the ranks of environmentalists and New York State officials in rejecting the International Joint Commission's (IJC) Plan 2007 as a viable option for managing the water levels along Lake Ontario and the St. Lawrence River. Natural Resources Minister Donna Cansfield announced Wednesday at a Great Lakes Conference in Toronto that the provincial government is backing Plan B-plus, one of the first three options presented to the IJC in 2006. (April 25, 08) The Cornwall Standard Freeholder - Ontario, CA
• Planet protectors are on the move | democratandchronicle.com | Democrat and Chronicle To celebrate Earth Day, students around the Rochester area traded their pens, pencils and notebooks for rakes, plastic bags and gloves. (April 24, 08) democratandchronicle.com | Democrat and Chronicle | Rochester news, community, entertainment, yellow pages and classifieds. Serving Rochester, New York
• Brooks pushes 'green,' seeks ideas to fight red | democratandchronicle.com | Democrat and Chronicle Get ready for hydrogen-fueled cars and more virtual town hall meetings. Monroe County Executive Maggie Brooks made proposals for how the county would improve its environmental stewardship and revealed her plans to solicit public input on a potential budget crisis during her fifth State of the County address on Tuesday evening. (April 24, 08) democratandchronicle.com | Democrat and Chronicle | Rochester news, community, entertainment, yellow pages and classifieds. Serving Rochester, New York
• Kodak Reports Substantial Progress on Sustainability Goals - ROCHESTER, NY, Apr 23, 2008 (Canada NewsWire via COMTEX) -- Eastman Kodak Company today announced that it has made substantial progress towards its "Responsible Growth" goals. These goals were established two years ago after the company surpassed, ahead of schedule, all of its existing manufacturing-focused health, safety and environmental (HSE) improvement goals. (April 24, 08) http://www.foxbusiness.com/
• State Senators Propose Suspending Gas Tax Bud Lowell - ROCHESTER, NY (2008-04-23) State Senator Joe Robach is one of several senate Republicans introducing a bill this week to give drivers a holiday from New York's gasoline tax. At a service station in the Town of Greece Robach said their bill would suspend the state gas tax from Memorial Day to Labor Day. He says that would save hard-pressed consumers 33 cents a gallon. (April 24, 08) wxxi NewsRoom
• Rochester One of Few Markets to Test Fuel Cell SUV - ROCHESTER, NY (2008-04-23) As part of her "State of the County" address Tuesday night, Monroe County Executive Maggie Brooks announced that Rochester will be one of just a few metro areas to test a new General Motors fuel-cell powered vehicle. The county will add an electric-drive, fuel cell-powered SUV to its vehicle fleet. The Chevy Equinox turns hydrogen into electricity for power. wxxi NewsRoom
• Ont. opposes plan for regulating levels of Lake Ontario, St. Lawrence Ontario has joined environmental groups and New York state officials in opposing a plan that would change how the water levels and flow of Lake Ontario and the St. Lawrence River are regulated. It's been 50 years since changes were made to how the water levels and flows are controlled at the Moses-Saunders Dam at Cornwall, Ont., and Massena, N.Y., and the binational International Joint Commission said it had become "increasingly urgent" that a review be done. (April 24, 08) CBCNews.ca - Breaking News, Canada, World, Health, Business, Entertainment
• Thruway Authority provides recycling containers at all 27 travel plazas ALBANY - The New York State Thruway Authority has awarded a contract which has resulted in recycling containers now available at all 27 Thruway Travel Plazas across the Thruway System. “This initiative is another example of the Authority’s commitment to protecting and promoting the environment on Earth Day and every day,” said Michael Fleischer, executive director of the Thruway Authority. “The recycling bins allow Thruway travelers to ‘pitch in’ and help the environment by recycling glass, plastic, newspapers and aluminum containers.” (April 23, 08) New York State News on the Net!
• DiNapoli Report Highlights “Green” Best Practices for Local Governments DiNapoli Report Highlights “Green” Best Practices for Local Governments Clean Generation; Efficiency Seen as Most Effective Means of Lowering Energy Costs and Reducing Emissions - Municipalities across New York State are lowering costs and reducing greenhouse gas emissions through innovative energy efficiency and generation programs according to a report released today by New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. “Local governments are New York’s learning laboratories for identifying and testing new ways of conserving energy while maintaining and even expanding capacity,” DiNapoli said. “Electricity generation has historically been a lose-lose for New York and its environment: electricity costs can account for more as much as 10 percent of a municipality’s operating budget while conventional generation accounts for 40 percent of carbon dioxide emissions. This report gives our municipalities valuable information they can use to cut energy costs and protect our State’s fragile environment.” --from New York State Office of the State Comptroller
• TheStar.com | Ontario | Pesticide ban set to grow McGuinty to replace municipal restrictions with province-wide prohibition on sales Apr 22, 2008 04:30 AM Robert Benzie Queen's Park Bureau Chief - Premier Dalton McGuinty will mark Earth Day this morning by announcing a province-wide ban on the sale and use of lawn and garden pesticides. Keeping a promise made during last fall's election campaign, McGuinty is replacing municipal restrictions in more than 30 Ontario municipalities, including Toronto, with one single law, which will take effect next spring. The severity of the existing restrictions vary from municipality to municipality. (April 23, 08) TheStar.com
• www.whec.com - Ontario County bans all outdoor burning effective immediately Early this afternoon Chairman of the Ontario County Borad of Supervisors, Theodore Fafinski, declared a state of emergency banning all outdoor burning and recreational outdoor fires effective immediately. (April 23, 08) www.whec.com
• ENVIRONMENT: Curing the car culture - News & Opinion - Rochester City Newspaper In the Rochester region, 60 percent of vehicle trips are five miles or less. | That's not a new statistic, and it's one that Rich Perrin, executive director of the Genesee Transportation Council, cites often. But it illustrates a local habit and a dependence on cars. | A panel of experts talked transportation last week during the Rochester Sierra Club's annual environmental forum. (April 23, 08) News & Opinion - Rochester City Newspaper
• Brooks addresses county’s future - Rochester, NY - MPNnow “A commitment to environmental protection is the key to building a more sustainable future,” said Brooks. “And that is a critical mission for our community.” To celebrate Earth Day, Brooks launched a new county program called Green Fleet. “The goal of the Green Fleet program is to develop the cleanest, greenest, and most fuel efficient vehicle fleet possible,” Brooks said. “Starting right now, whenever possible, every new vehicle purchased by Monroe County will be powered by E-85 flex-fuel, an electric-gasoline hybrid engine, biodiesel, or another alternative energy source.” Brooks hopes that the Green Fleet program along with other environmentally friendly projects in the county will help improve the quality of life for generations to come. “The future of our environment is truly in our hands today and there is no question that Monroe County is leading the way towards a more sustainable future,” Brooks said.--- Rochester, NY - MPNnow
• DEC Region 8 Commemorates Earth Day ALBANY, NY (04/21/2008; 1557)(readMedia)-- Every day is Earth Day at the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC). With 18 different divisions and nine regional offices, DEC is in the streams, the streets, the woods and the halls of government working to enhance the health and safety of New Yorkers, as well as the state’s environment and natural resources - New York State Department of Environmental Conservation
• Chesonis splurges on solar power research | democratandchronicle.com | Democrat and Chronicle A Rochester telecommunications magnate and his family are donating $10 million to Massachusetts Institute of Technology to support solar energy research. The Chesonis Family Foundation — the philanthropy of Arunas and Pamela Chesonis — will start the Solar Revolution Project, which will have a goal of helping to make solar energy a viable and mainstream source of power.( April 22, 08) democratandchronicle.com | Democrat and Chronicle | Rochester news, community, entertainment, yellow pages and classifieds. Serving Rochester, New York
• Eastman Kodak Reveals Substantial Progress Towards “Responsible Growth” Goals - Update [EK] - RTTNews, Today's Top Stories, Global Newswires, ToDay's Top News,Global Business news .... 4/22/2008 11:45:06 AM Eastman Kodak Co. (EK), a manufacturer of imaging products, said Tuesday morning that it has made substantial progress towards its “Responsible Growth” goals. These goals were established two years ago after the company surpassed its manufacturing-focused health, safety and environmental improvement goals ahead of schedule. The company noted that the goals are broad based, covering the areas of product stewardship and social responsibility in addition to operational excellence. (April 22, 08) RTTNews - Realtime Financial news, Economic news, Forex news, Stock Alerts, Breaking news....
• democratandchronicle.com | Rochester Local News | Democrat and Chronicle A fish kill discovered on the shores of Irondequoit Bay could have been caused by a viral disease first noticed in New York two years ago, an official from the state Department of Environmental Conservation said Monday. Officials estimate hundreds of dead gizzard shad were spotted earlier this month, said Webster Pearsall, the DEC's regional fishery manager. (April 22, 08) democratandchronicle.com | Democrat and Chronicle | Rochester news, community, entertainment, yellow pages and classifieds. Serving Rochester, New York
• DEC Joins Six Public and Private Organizations on North America’s Largest Climate Initiative ALBANY, NY (04/22/2008; 0946)(readMedia)-- To celebrate Earth Day 2008, New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Pete Grannis announced today that DEC and six public and private organizations have signed on to a pioneering effort to track emissions that lead to climate change. The “Founding Reporters” participating in The Climate Registry’s nationwide initiative now include DEC, the cities of Syracuse and Rochester, New York State Environmental Facilities Corporation, New York Power Authority, and private businesses Ecology and Environment, Inc. and RiverWright Energy, LLC. (April 22, 08) New York State Department of Environmental Conservation
• State DEC investigates cause of walleye fish kill The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation is investigating how about 1,000 walleye were killed during a routine chemical treatment in Sandy Creek last week. Fisheries and Oceans Canada has been treating the water for years with lampricide treatment, a chemical that kills the larvae of lamprey before they become parasites to other fish. The treatments, funded by the Great Lakes Fishery Commission, help control the fish populations, said DEC spokeswoman Lori O'Connell. (Apirl 21, 08) News, Sports, Entertainment, Video, and Life in Central New York - Syracuse.com
• www.whec.com - RGRTA announces drop in bus fare This morning the Director of the Rochester Genesee Regional Transportation Authority, Mark Aesch, announced a drop in bus fare from $1.25 to $1. (April 21, 08) www.whec.com
• Summer-like heat breaks Rochester record | democratandchronicle.com | Democrat and Chronicle You may not have noticed it by the lake, but Rochester broke a 119-year-old record today. The high temperature, recorded at the Greater Rochester International Airport, was 86 degrees. That surpassed the date’s previous record high of 85 degrees, set April 19, 1889, according to the National Weather Service. (April 21, 08) democratandchronicle.com | Democrat and Chronicle | Rochester news, community, entertainment, yellow pages and classifieds. Serving Rochester, New York
• Plum pox virus - U.S. Senator Chuck Schumer asked the federal government for additional money to help western New York farmers fight off plum pox. This virus is sweeping through Orleans County, killing peaches plums and cherries. If one of these fruit trees acquires the virus, the tree must be burned and every tree within one hundred and 50 feet has to be burned as well. The virus is spreading throughout Orleans County and into Canada, threatening to destroy the local fruit industry. (April 20, 08) RochesterHomepage.net
• It's an Earth Day education | democratandchronicle.com | Democrat and Chronicle With a GPS navigator in hand, several groups of young volunteers spread throughout the leaf-covered terrain at Cobbs Hill Park Saturday as part of the city's Earth Day activities. Earth Day, dedicated to the planet's stewardship, is officially celebrated around the world on Tuesday.  (April 20, 08) democratandchronicle.com | Democrat and Chronicle | Rochester news, community, entertainment, yellow pages and classifieds. Serving Rochester, New York
• Who should trash excess pills? | democratandchronicle.com | Democrat and Chronicle ALBANY — Americans take a lot of prescriptions and over-the-counter drugs, and so it follows that there are a lot of leftovers of which to dispose. Should they flush them down the toilet, pack them in with coffee grinds, seal them in a bag and throw them into the trash, or just keep them in a drawer until they figure it all out? (April 20, 08) democratandchronicle.com | Democrat and Chronicle | Rochester news, community, entertainment, yellow pages and classifieds. Serving Rochester, New York
• The Associated Press: EPA urges Great Lakes residents not to flush old meds BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — With trace amounts of pharmaceuticals showing up in the drinking water of major cities, authorities are encouraging consumers around the Great Lakes to drop off leftover and expired medicine at collection centers. The Environmental Protection Agency has set a goal of collecting 1 million pills and 1 million pounds of electronics during an Earth Day initiative aimed at the more than 30 million people who live around the Great Lakes, which are by far the largest source of fresh drinking water on the planet. (April 16, 08) The Associated Press: EPA urges Great Lakes residents not to flush old meds
• Buffalo receives national honor for restoration efforts - BUFFALO - Mayor Byron Brown Wednesday announced that the National Arbor Day Foundation has named the City of Buffalo and Re-Tree Western New York as joint recipients of the Foundation’s 2008 Project Award. (Apirl 19, 08) New York State News on the Net!
• Consumers, eateries, meal programs feeling ripple effects of rising costs | democratandchronicle.com | Democrat and Chronicle According to federal figures released last week, wholesale prices rose 1.1 percent in March alone, with food and energy leading the way. The two are inextricably linked, as energy is required to produce and transport most foods, and many food products — grains and grain-dependent meats — are affected by the diversion of corn and soy to energy production. (April 20, 08) democratandchronicle.com | Democrat and Chronicle | Rochester news, community, entertainment, yellow pages and classifieds. Serving Rochester, New York
• Nalgene Pulls Water Bottles Off Market - OCHESTER, N.Y. – A local water maker, with offices in Perinton, will pull its hard plastic water bottles off the market. (April 19. 08) R News: As It Happens, Where It Happens
• Wadsworth Center Lecture Series Explores Animal-to-Human Disease Transmission ALBANY, N.Y. (April 17, 2008) - Scientists from the New York State Department of Health's Wadsworth Center will explore the relationship between human infectious diseases and diseases of animal origin in a series of five, free lectures beginning Wednesday, April 23, at 7 p.m., at the David Axelrod Institute, 120 New Scotland Avenue, Albany. "This is an opportunity for the public to hear from world-class scientists right in our own back yard," said State Health Commissioner Richard F. Daines, M.D. "The subject couldn't be more topical considering we are entering the season when New Yorkers will be spending more time outdoors and are more likely to be exposed to these diseases." -from New York State Department of Health
• Water Proposed & Recently Adopted Regulations - NYS Dept. of Environmental Conservation Water Proposed & Recently Adopted Regulations Proposed Rule Making and Public Hearings to Amend Dam Safety Regulations Purpose The purpose of the Public Hearings is to give the public an opportunity to provide oral and/ or written comments on the Department's proposal to amend Part 673 and portions of Parts 608 and 621 of Title 6 of the Official Compilation of Codes, Rules and Regulations of the State of New York (6 NYCRR). These revisions are intended to reflect statutory authorities and requirements in Sections 3-0301, 15-0503, 15-0507, 15-0511, 15-0516, 71-1109, and 71-1111 of the Environmental Conservation Law (ECL). --from New York State Department of Environmental Conservation
• Official: State targeting polluters | democratandchronicle.com | Democrat and Chronicle Citing a legal settlement in Rochester this year, the state Attorney General's top environmental official said Thursday that the agency is aggressively trying to combat air emissions that contribute to global warming. Katherine Kennedy, the state's special deputy attorney general for environmental protection, spent the day in Rochester, culminating in a public talk Thursday evening at Rochester Institute of Technology. (April 17, 08) democratandchronicle.com | Democrat and Chronicle | Rochester news, community, entertainment, yellow pages and classifieds. Serving Rochester, New York
• ENVIRONMENT: Under the influence - News & Opinion - Rochester City Newspaper Thanks to an Associated Press report, the average American is waking up to the fact that we're unwittingly contaminating our water supplies - whether they're lakes, streams, or groundwater. In one illuminating - and icky - scenario, the AP reports that the drugs we consume - in pills, in meat from animals that are fed antibiotics, in the drugs that we give our pets - are excreted out and fed back to us through our taps. Painkillers, heart medications, psychiatric drugs - they're all there (April 16, 08) Rochester City Newspaper
• EPA Sets Earth Day Challenge - The Environmental Protection Agency is throwing down the gauntlet and it wants Rochesterians to pick it up. The EPA announced Monday morning the Great Lakes 2008 Earth Day Challenge. The goal is to collect 10,000 pounds of electronic waste and 20,000 unused medical pills to prevent the heavy metals and chemicals from collecting in the great lakes. R News: As It Happens, Where It Happens
• Computer recycling event information - Continuing her successful efforts to promote a cleaner, greener environment, Monroe County Executive Maggie Brooks today announced that the County will host a computer recycling event on April 19. (April 15, 08) www.whec.com
• MAYOR ANNOUNCES DATES FOR ROCHESTER CLEAN SWEEP Mayor Robert J. Duffy joined Dept. of Environmental Services Commissioner Paul Holahan and Neighborhood Empowerment Teams Director Molly Clifford to announce the dates for “Rochester’s Clean Sweep...Showing Pride in Our City,” today at Cobbs Hill Park. Beginning Mon., April 21, the City will work alongside community volunteers beautifying Rochester’s neighborhoods during six-weeks of neighborhood spring cleanup activities. “This year, we are going after litter and illegal graffiti, incorporating our Rochester Blossoms planting day, supporting more than 400 local Boy Scouts and announcing a citywide e-recycling day,” said the Mayor. “This is the third year of Clean Sweep and it keeps growing. The more than 10,000 volunteers and the many organizations that have supported Clean Sweep realize how keeping our city clean and beautiful benefits our community’s public safety, education and economic development.” Groups and individuals can join the Mayor for one or more Saturday Sweeps, where volunteers receive a Clean Sweep t-shirt, have coffee and donuts, get assigned to a team, pick up their tools and then head out to beautify the streets. Graffiti removal kits will be available this year. At noon, they’ll meet up again for a picnic lunch. The City’s show wagon stage and a large tent are set up and music plays throughout the morning, making for a fun and festive scene. The Saturday Sweeps will take place rain or shine, 9 a.m. -- 12 noon: • April 26, Genesee Valley Park, 131 Elmwood Ave. • May 10, Cobbs Hill Park, corner of Culver Rd. & Norris Dr. • May 17 Norton NET, 500 Norton St. • May 31 Edgerton Park, 41 Backus St.--from Welcome to the City of Rochester
• BIRDS SPRINGING NORTH TOO EARLY - Some migratory birds are heading North earlier because of climate change. That’s causing problems for some bird species. (April 15, 08) Environment Report
• Earth Day prompts recycling efforts | democratandchronicle.com | Democrat and Chronicle With a goal of keeping 20,000 doses of discarded drugs out of area waterways and 10,000 pounds of junked electronics out of landfills, several Rochester-area agencies announced special recycling programs this spring. Residents may drop off electronic waste such as old televisions and computers this Saturday. Unused consumer prescription and over-the-counter medicine will be collected Saturday and again in June. (April 15, 08) democratandchronicle.com | Democrat and Chronicle | Rochester news, community, entertainment, yellow pages and classifieds. Serving Rochester, New York
• EPA's Great Lakes 2008 Earth Day Challenge: A Prescription for Healthy Great Lakes | Newsroom | US EPA Release date: 04/14/2008 - contact Information: Michael Basile (716) 551-4410, basile.michael@epa.gov - (Rochester, N.Y.) Almost everyone has a garage, basement, closet, drawer or medicine cabinet just waiting for an overhaul and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) wants to help people spring clean in a way that is green. Through its Great Lakes 2008 Earth Day Challenge, EPA hopes to collect at least 1 million pounds of electronic waste and 1 million pills from communities located near the Great Lakes. The Agency is partnering with local communities and businesses throughout the Great Lakes Basin to set up collection centers that will accept old electronics and unused, expired or unwanted medicine. EPA is encouraging people in the Buffalo, Rochester and Syracuse areas of New York to do their part to help reach the million pounds and million pills goal. "Participating in the Great Lakes 2008 Earth Day Challenge is a simple way for individuals to take action to protect the lakes," said Alan J. Steinberg, EPA Region 2 Regional Administrator. "These collection centers will give people an opportunity to finally get rid of things that have probably been hanging around their homes for a long time, like old cell phones, computers, typewriters, televisions, radios and medication." The Great Lakes are an irreplaceable treasure. They are the largest source of fresh drinking water on earth and are vital to commerce and recreation in the upper Midwest. Responsible recycling and disposal of unwanted electronics and medicines will prevent contaminants such as lead, mercury and cadmium from polluting the Great Lakes basin. Where and When: ROCHESTER: On Saturday, April 19 pharmaceutical waste can be dropped off between 8:00 am and Noon, No appointment necessary at Monroe County Rochester Operations Center 444 E. Henrietta Road. On Saturday, April 19 electronic waste can be dropped off between 9:00 am and 2:00 pm, by appointment only, please call 585.753.7600, option 3. On Saturday, June 7 pharmaceutical waste can be dropped off between 8:00 am and 1:00 pm, No appointment necessary at Rochester Water Bureau 10 Felix Street (corner of Dewey Avenue).
• EPA Backs Collection of Old Pharmaceuticals in Rochester ROCHESTER, NY (2008-04-14) The Environmental Protection Agency is teaming up with Monroe County and other groups to honor Earth Day by collecting two kinds of unwanted waste. One is used electronics and computer equipment which contains small amounts of lead and other toxic materials. The second is one which has been making headlines in recent days: used medicines that have been turning up in tiny amounts in drinking water supplies around the United States. wxxi NewsRoom
• Yonkers, Rochester clash over brownfield program | lohud.com | The Journal News The mayors of Yonkers and Rochester find themselves poles apart over how to clean up contaminated former industrial sites known as "brownfields." The debate will resume next week at the Capitol. Yonkers Mayor Philip Amicone wants to keep the current program, which has committed hundreds of millions of dollars to only a few developers in the past few years. But Rochester Mayor Robert Duffy backs a proposal by Gov. David Paterson to cap the amount that can be awarded to a developer so that more sites can be cleaned up with existing state funds. (April 13, 08) lohud.com | The Journal News | Westchester, Rockland and Putnam Counties news, community, entertainment, yellow pages and classifieds. Serving Westchester, Rockland and Putnam Counties, New York
• Hamlin Residents Debate Wind Farms - Hamlin residents weighed in on the possibility of a wind farm going up in their town. It would be the first in Monroe County. Town officials are proposing the turbines be set 1,200 feet from homes and 600 feed from the road. Many residents say they want them at least 1,700 feet back. (April 13, 08) R News: As It Happens, Where It Happens
• Lead Poisoning Drops but More Work Needed  - ROCHESTER, NY (2008-04-10) The number of children who have been lead poisoned has been reduced by 65 percent reduction between 2002 and 2007, according to new data from the Coalition to Prevent Lead Poisoning. But with 426 new cases of lead poisoning in children reported last year, Monroe County still has a ways to go. (April 13, 08) WXXI NewsRoom
• Arbor Day celebration in Chili | democratandchronicle.com | Democrat and Chronicle An Earth Day/Arbor Day celebration will take place at the Chili Public Library at 10 a.m. April 19. The event, which is for children 2 through 12, will include stories and a craft. Children will be given a tree to take home. Registration has begun. (April 13, 08) democratandchronicle.com | Democrat and Chronicle | Rochester news, community, entertainment, yellow pages and classifieds. Serving Rochester, New York
• Ginna operator cited for alteration | democratandchronicle.com | Democrat and Chronicle Federal regulators have cited the Ginna nuclear power plant's operator for an unauthorized change to emergency plans that could have endangered the public if a serious accident had occurred. The change, made years ago by the plant's former owner, Rochester Gas & Electric Corp., affected how certain kinds of accidents would be classified in terms of severity when they were reported to regulators. (April 13, 08) democratandchronicle.com | Democrat and Chronicle | Rochester news, community, entertainment, yellow pages and classifieds. Serving Rochester, New York
• On tap in our homes: Water tinged by drugs | democratandchronicle.com | Democrat and Chronicle A vast array of pharmaceuticals — including antibiotics, anti-convulsants, mood stabilizers and sex hormones — have been found in the drinking water supplies of at least 41 million Americans, an Associated Press investigation shows. To be sure, the concentrations of these pharmaceuticals are tiny, measured in quantities of parts per billion or trillion, far below the levels of a medical dose. Also, utilities insist their water is safe. (April 13, 08) democratandchronicle.com | Democrat and Chronicle | Rochester news, community, entertainment, yellow pages and classifieds. Serving Rochester, New York
• Fish, wildlife suffering from polluted water | democratandchronicle.com | Democrat and Chronicle LAKE MEAD, Nev. — On this brisk, glittering morning, a flat-bottomed boat glides across the massive reservoir that provides Las Vegas its drinking water. An ominous rumble growls beneath the craft as its two long, electrified claws extend into the depths. Moments later, dozens of stunned fish float to the surface. (April 13, 08) democratandchronicle.com | Democrat and Chronicle | Rochester news, community, entertainment, yellow pages and classifieds. Serving Rochester, New York
• Monroe plans collection of unneeded drugs | democratandchronicle.com | Democrat and Chronicle Monroe County and an environmental group will sponsor a household pharmaceutical collection this spring to keep people from using disposal methods that are now deemed undesirable. In other words, no more pills down the toilet or in the trash.  (April 13, 08) democratandchronicle.com | Democrat and Chronicle | Rochester news, community, entertainment, yellow pages and classifieds. Serving Rochester, New York
• Push is on to test water for drugs | democratandchronicle.com | Democrat and Chronicle Amid heightened concerns about traces of pharmaceuticals in drinking water supplies, New York state and Rochester-area officials say they're beginning to study the issue — but are not yet taking action to address the potential health hazard. Almost no testing for pharmaceuticals has been done in Rochester-area water supplies, and none is planned. Local and state officials say they can't and won't do much until the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or other higher authorities step in. (April 13, 08) democratandchronicle.com | Democrat and Chronicle | Rochester news, community, entertainment, yellow pages and classifieds. Serving Rochester, New York
• Government gets green with national initiatives - New initiatives are making it easier to avoid polluting the environment thanks to the Environmental Protection Agency and the Postal Service. The EPA is promoting the Great Lakes Earth Day Challenge this year, which is from April 19th through the 27th, with the goal of collecting one million pounds of electronic waste and one million pills of unwanted medicines to keep them out of the water table and the drinking water of the Great Lakes. E-waste, such as computer hardware, televisions, cell phones and other gadgets, often contain lead and mercury. Cathode ray tube monitors and TVs can contain more than two pounds of lead. (April 11, 08) Medill Reports: Chicago
• State and City Health Departments to Support Improvements in Disease-Tracking Reporting Through $20 Million Federal Grant State-of-the-art health information exchange service will mean more accurate, timely and complete public health reporting statewide ALBANY, N.Y. (April 9, 2008) – The New York State Department of Health and Health Research Inc., in collaboration with the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, has been awarded a $20 million grant from the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to improve the state's accuracy, timeliness and completeness of public health surveillance and reporting. This five-year grant is one of three awarded nationally in response to a CDC competitive request for proposals. (Apirl 09/08) from New York State Department of Health
• Area schools show green sides - Rochester, NY - MPNnow (April 09/08) Homepage - Rochester, NY - MPNnow
• EPA Decisions on Standards for Greenhouse Gases and Ozone Draw Criticism from DEC - NYS Dept. of Environmental Conservation Two top DEC officials criticized recent U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) decisions affecting progress on reducing greenhouse gases and protecting the public from the adverse affects of ozone. Commissioner Pete Grannis slammed EPA over its final decision blocking California, New York and about a dozen other states from regulating greenhouse gas emissions for new motor vehicles. Assistant Commissioner Jared Snyder strongly criticized EPA's new standard for acceptable levels of atmospheric ozone, which was not set as low as recommended by EPA's own science advisory committee. (April, 2008) New York State Department of Environmental Conservation
• CUOMO SECURES RECORD $9.5 MILLION FROM NATION’S LARGEST POWER COMPANY TO REDUCE POLLUTION IN NEW YORK STATE Largest Payment for Environmental Projects Ever Received from a New York State Settlement under the Federal Clean Air Act ~ Funds Will Go Toward Clean Air, Green Energy, and Other Projects Throughout New York NEW YORK, NY (April 8, 2008) – Attorney General Andrew M. Cuomo today announced he has secured $9.5 million for the State of New York as a result of a federal Clean Air Act settlement. The funds, which will be used to fight air pollution throughout the state, come from a settlement that Attorney General Cuomo and others reached with American Electric Power (AEP), the nation’s largest power company. The total funds represent the largest payment for environmental projects ever received from a New York State settlement under the Clean Air Act. (April 08. 08) Office of New York State Attorney General Andrew M Cuomo
• Using dams to make hydrogen - A New York community wants to use its neglected hydro-dam to power a hydrogen making facility. -- Environment Report
• Great Lakes shippers take steps to halt deadly fish virus spread - Michigan, Great Lakes Environmental & Conservation Issues - MLive.com DETROIT (AP) -- Great Lakes shippers say they're taking steps to keep a deadly fish virus from spreading into Lake Superior through ballast water. (April 08, 08) Michigan News, Sports, Business, Entertainment - MLive.com - Everything Michigan
• Oswego County Celebrates Earth Week 2008 - OSWEGO - Oswego County is known for record snowfalls that grab national headlines. After that snow melts, it’s time for county residents to roll up their sleeves and join in clean-up events throughout the county. This year, Earth Week will be celebrated from Saturday, April 19 to Sunday, April 27. (April 07, 08) New York State News on the Net!
• Hamlin Wind Farm Decision Nears - 13WHAM.com (Hamlin, N.Y.) -- By the end of this month, a law regulating wind turbines in the Town of Hamlin could be passed, but not without much debate. A public meeting this week will serve as a last ditch effort from some neighbors who say this proposed law doesn't protect them. (April 7, 08) - 13WHAM.com
• MAYOR ANNOUNCES EARTH DAY ACTIVITIES Mayor Robert J. Duffy today announced activities for youth and families at City Recreation Centers to celebrate Earth Day, 2008. This year RG&E joins the City as its corporate sponsor for a “Cache In, Trash Out” event and a series of environmental and educational programs through the “Sprouts Kids Gardening and Environmental Club.” “Cache In, Trash Out” participants will meet at 9:30--11:30 a.m., Sat., Apr. 19 at Tay House Lodge, 85 Hillside Ave. in Cobbs Hill Park and use hand-held GPS devices to navigate the park, pick up trash and find clues along the way. Walks, games and demonstrations will be aimed at educating families about the natural environment. Tools will be provided or bring your own gloves, folding saws, hand pruners and rakes. The first team with a full trash bag wins! Preregistration is advised by April 11. In addition to GPS activities, earth-friendly information and demonstrations will be available at various booths: --Welcome to the City of Rochester
• The Journal Register (Medina, NY)--SHELBY: Carbon dioxide plant under review SHELBY — Irate residents living within hearing distance of the ethanol facility spoke out against the proposed carbon dioxide plant at the town planning board Tuesday night. Their biggest fear, they say, is that the constant noise and yeast odors caused by the ethanol plant will only worsen. (April 04, 08) The Journal Register (Medina, NY)
• TheStar.com | Canada | Protect Canada's water, Ottawa urged Groups fear exploitation of country's supplies in face of freshwater crises in U.S. and elsewhere - Warning that most Americans see Canada as that "great green sponge up north," four organizations plan to issue a plea today to the Conservative government to protect the nation's water before it's too late. A study authored by the Polaris Institute, a public policy group, and obtained by the Star challenges "myths" about Canadian abundance and describes how the country lost control of its water to U.S. interests under the terms of binding trade deals, including the 1994 North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA). (April 2, 08) TheStar.com
• 'Phenomenal' for birds of prey | democratandchronicle.com | Democrat and Chronicle But if you want to see the greatest congregation of migrating hawks in the spring, just go to the Lake Ontario shoreline, in particular, Braddock Bay Park in Greece. "This is the best place in North America to see the spring hawk migration," says Anne Schnell, co-chairwoman for the 20th annual Bird of Prey Days taking place April 11 to 13 at Braddock Bay Park. "It's pretty phenomenal." (April 2, 08) Democrat & Chronicle
• CUOMO DEMANDS THAT THE BUSH ADMINISTRATION STOP THE FOOT-DRAGGING AND COMPLY WITH SUPREME COURT’S RULING ON GLOBAL WARMING NEW YORK (April 2, 2008) – New York State Attorney General Andrew Cuomo today announced he is taking action against the EPA. Cuomo commenced action, joining the Attorneys General of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and 15 additional states in filing a lawsuit demanding that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) comply with the Supreme Court’s decision holding that the Agency has the authority to regulate global warming pollution under the Clean Air Act. “Despite clear directions a year ago from the highest court in the land, the EPA has failed to move forward on combating global warming. The EPA’s foot-dragging would not be tolerated from any other defendant that failed to comply with a court order,” said Cuomo. “Global warming is one of the most critical environmental problems of our generation, posing huge risks to our environment, health, and economy, both globally and right here in New York. We all know that global warming is dangerous -- it’s beyond dispute. But a year after the Supreme Court’s decision, the EPA refuses to acknowledge even this simple truth.” --Office of New York State Attorney General Andrew M Cuomo
• Cuomo demands that the Bush Administration stop ‘foot-dragging’ on global warming - ALBANY - New York State Attorney General Andrew Cuomo Wednesday announced he is taking action against the EPA. Cuomo commenced action, joining the Attorneys General of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and 15 additional states, in filing a lawsuit demanding that the Environmental Protection Agency comply with the Supreme Court’s decision holding that the Agency has the authority to regulate global warming pollution under the Clean Air Act. New York State News on the Net!
• Tree Killer Beetles Moving Toward New York - 13WHAM.com (Rochester, N.Y.) - A tiny, but devastating bug could be making its way to the Rochester area. (April 02, 08) - 13WHAM.com
• EPA News Release (HQ): New Requirements to Protect Children from Lead-Based Paint Hazards The "Lead: Renovation, Repair and Painting Program" rule, which will take effect in April 2010, prohibits work practices creating lead hazards. Requirements under the rule include implementing lead-safe work practices and certification and training for paid contractors and maintenance professionals working in pre-1978 housing, child-care facilities and schools. To foster adoption of the new measures, EPA will also conduct an extensive education and outreach campaign to promote awareness of these new requirements. Lead Home | Lead in Paint, Dust, and Soil | US EPA