Groups organize education program up and down the Ausable River By Zachary Matson The fifth and sixth grade Keene Central students who waded into the Ausable River on Tuesday morning were playing the part of scientists. They were also doctors, … [Read more...] about Keene students help study Ausable River health
In appeal, former DEC commissioner argues lake study required before marina project can move forward
New brief focuses on lack of study of Lower Saranac Lake despite language in State Land Master Plan By Zachary Matson State agencies must study the capacity of boating and other uses on Lower Saranac Lake before a marina project can move … [Read more...] about In appeal, former DEC commissioner argues lake study required before marina project can move forward
Conservation group, municipality sue to block Lake George herbicide use
Association, Waterkeeper and Hague call for more data on state plan to combat milfoil UPDATE: The Lake George Park Commission has agreed to hold off any use of the aquatic herbicide prior to June 15. Oral arguments on a preliminary injunction that … [Read more...] about Conservation group, municipality sue to block Lake George herbicide use
Quebec’s battery
Hydro-Quebec's power generation, Indigenous culture wired into tangled past By Zachary Matson The scale of Hydro-Quebec’s portfolio of dams and reservoirs is staggering. The projects have remade the social and natural landscape of northern … [Read more...] about Quebec’s battery
Power through the park
$4 billion transmission line to drop into Lake Champlain By Zachary Matson The large boats will prowl Lake Champlain all day and all night for five months. Barges up to 300 feet long and 90 feet across will carry 12 miles of spooled … [Read more...] about Power through the park
ASK A SCIENTIST: Adirondack lakes survey
Syracuse University Professor Charles Driscoll looks back on landmark study, ahead to renewed efforts to fund another By Zachary Matson Editor’s note: This interview has been edited for clarity and length. Have a science question you'd … [Read more...] about ASK A SCIENTIST: Adirondack lakes survey