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Fossil Fuel Subsidies – “Each year, New York taxpayers shower about $1.6 billion – nearly as much as New York State’s entire spending on environmental protection in 2021 – subsidizing the sale and consumption of fossil fuels. Some lawmakers hope to change that in 2022, New York Focus writes.” (from 2021 12 30 – City & State First Read)
Phase Out of Fossil Fuel Replacement Systems – Last week we noted that NY’s Climate Action Council Scoping Plan includes a recommended ban on fossil fuels in new construction in 2024. There’s lots more to unpack in the 861-page document. Below is the list of proposed dates for other elements of the fossil fuel phase out:
5 Clean Energy Stats That Will Wow Your Friends for The New Year – With these surprising facts at your fingertips, you’ll be the life of the (virtual) party. Chart below illustrates one of the five statistics. From Canary Media
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