Why Indian Lake and Westport are investing in green technology and electric vehicles
By Mike Lynch
Two Adirondack towns were included among the recipients for vehicles through DEC's municipal zero-emission vehicle program.
Mike Lynch
Mike Lynch has been the Explorer's climate reporter since January 2025 and has worked for the publication since 2014. In addition to writing about climate change, he covers issues related to wildlife. Mike has also worked as a licensed outdoor guide and thru-paddled the 740-mile Northern Forest Canoe Trail. He is the author of 12 Short Hikes on Preserves near Lake George. He can be reached at [email protected].
All Stories by Mike Lynch
Flooding, housing, energy-efficiency rise to top of North Country residents’ climate concerns
By Mike Lynch
Findings revealed at annual Adirondack Climate Conference
What are the issues impacting small farms, local food distributors in the Adirondacks?
By Mike Lynch
Food justice advocates brainstorm challenges and solutions at annual summit.
Trump’s policies impact research and education programs in the North Country
By Mike Lynch
Paul Smith's College and Trudeau Institute leaders concerned about federal funding cuts for science and research
Changes ahead for access to Jackrabbit Ski Trail
By Mike Lynch
Plans are in the works for a new parking lot and trailhead for the Jackrabbit Trail in the town of Keene on Alstead Hill Road.
Avian flu: DEC urges public to report suspected cases
By Mike Lynch
Biologists looking to track cases to find out where it is on the landscape.
Adirondack officials alarmed by possible FEMA changes
By Mike Lynch
A federal council will be tasked with evaluating FEMA in the coming months, leaving its fate uncertain in the coming year.
NYS adds 965 acres near Cranberry Lake to Adirondack Forest Preserve
By Mike Lynch
The $870K purchase contributes to state conservation goals
Red pine scale found in Lake George: What you need to know
By Mike Lynch
Public asked to be on lookout for dead red pine trees in Adirondacks caused by invasive insect
Key wetlands protected near Lake George
By Mike Lynch
Lake George Land Conservancy buys key wetlands property on Huddle Bay on Lake George in the town of Bolton.