environment

When it’s time to say goodbye to your child’s old car seat, here’s how to do it safely and responsibly in New York.

The Department of Environmental Conservation wants to remind you that bats are a very important part of our environment. Instead of being afraid, let's help protect them. Here's how you can do your part.

Let’s face it, every once in a while, being an eco-friendly good citizen can be a pain.

Why flushing goldfish is illegal in New York State.

Road salting is the primary cause of increased sodium and chloride concentrations in our water bodies.

Lewis Pugh, a 53-year-old endurance swimmer, successfully completed a remarkable 315 mile journey down a New York river in the name of environmental awareness.

Chemicals that leaked pose increased risk for immune, reproductive, nervous, or endocrine system damage, cancer, kidney dysfunction, respiratory tract irritation, or cognitive or neurological problems.

EmpowerNJ filed a petition six months ago demanding rulemaking. The DEP rejected the request last month.

Legislation on track to be considered in the new session would expand the focus of the rate counsel to also account for dealing with climate change.

New Jerseyans endured fewer days with elevated levels of air pollution last year but still experienced more than six weeks of unhealthy air, says a new report.