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New York wildlife rehabilitators struggle as demand outpaces growth

By Times Union

Despite doubling licenses since 2019 to 2,252 volunteers, experienced rehabilitators work longer hours with more rescue calls

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HABs alert: How Lake Champlain volunteers monitor harmful algal blooms

By Zachary Matson

Beach closures impacts both sides of lake

‘Here Comes the Sun’: McKibben on solar future

By Contributing Writer

Environmental writer Bill McKibben makes the case for renewable energy transition in his latest book about solar power's potential to combat climate change

A view from Pilot Knob, which was recently purchased on July 29 by the Lake George Land Conservancy (LGLC) Photo by Carl Heilman II

Land trust preserves 517 acres on Lake George’s eastern shore

By Mike Lynch

$3.8 million Pilot Knob purchase protects prominent mountaintop from development

A trail camera set up by DEC captured this image of the moose on June 29. Photo courtesy of DEC

DEC euthanizes ailing bull moose that closed Goodman Mountain trail

By Mike Lynch

Trail closure continues as DEC studies the area to evaluate moose's range and foraging habits

Volunteers planting trees along Beaver Brook which feeds the Boquet River, on Ananta Farm in Westport.

Mimicking a dam, without the beavers

By Zachary Matson

Boquet River Association proposes first-of-its-kind approach to Adirondack stream restoration

sun in the haze

Adirondacks under Orange Alert due to smoke and haze

By Rick Karlin

Canadian wildfires contribute to ongoing air quality alerts

Where does the climate movement go from here? An interview with Bill McKibben

By Contributing Writer

Bill McKibben sees solar power as the key to bypassing federal gridlock and empowering communities to break free from fossil fuel dependence

Beating the heat: How do the Adirondacks compare to NYC?

By Zachary Matson

Just how much cooler is the Adirondack Park than sweltering New York City?

Erin Griffin, right, is North Country Clean Energy Hub director. Photo courtesy of ANCA

North Country Clean Energy Hub helps communities transition from fossil fuels

By Mike Lynch

Local program helps households and businesses navigate the complex world of grants to reduce heating costs and environmental impact

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