WASHINGTON, D.C.—A recent Congressional investigation headed by Representatives Henry A. Waxman, Edward J. Markey, and Diana DeGette found that certain oil companies were still using diesel fuel in their hydraulic fracturing fluids and had injected around 32.2 million gallons of diesel or diesel based compounds into the ground in 19 states. These findings, released on January 31, 2011, determined that such oil companies as Halliburton, BJ Services, and Weatherford among others appear to be in violation of the Safe Drinking Water Act of 2005.
Based on these revelations, local Congressmen Maurice D. Hinchey and Rush Holt are urging local water authorities to suspend rule-making regarding natural gas drilling, consider the findings in proposed draft regulations and expand the public comment process.
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POUGHKEEPSIE--A panel of seven chief elected county officials representing the Hudson Valley will highlight the third annual Regional Leadership Conversation at Hudson Valley Pattern for Progress' President's Day Breakfast Feb. 24 in Poughkeepsie.
KINGSTON--ScheinMedia announces scholarships for New York State Real Estate Professionals from the New York State Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA). The scholarships for EcoBroker training are available to all New York real estate licensees on a first come, first serve basis.
NEW PALTZ--The Town of New Paltz was slated to sign a letter of intent with Hardin Geothermal, LLC on Jan. 31 to bring geothermal heating and cooling to town buildings. "The prospect of bringing geothermal heating to New Paltz as a public utility is an exciting concept and is consistent with our community’s interest in reducing our carbon footprint in a way that is both innovative and affordable," says New Paltz Town Supervisor Toni Hokanson.
SCARSDALE--Bold thinking is pointing toward a new goal for solid waste management. Beyond Waste is the directional call. At the Greenburgh Nature Center on Feb. 9, a panel of leaders from the business community, environmental grassroots organizers, village, county and state government will present plans and initiatives to move our consumer culture in the direction of decreasing and reclaiming as much waste as we possibly can through new technologies and creative initiatives, according to a press release. The panel will be followed by questions/answers and discussion of how efforts at all levels can be mutually supportive toward the common goal of moving Beyond Waste.
NEW YORK--With today's continued efforts towards businesses going green, today's effective manager must be a sustainability manager. Managing people, financial, physical resources, as well as being aware of environmental impact can be a daunting task.
MILAN--A growing number of local farms have begun to work in a cooperative effort with local businesses by offering shares of the harvest to the businesses and individuals. Indeed, the Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) movement has taken root in the Hudson Valley and a new CSA, Great Song Farm, is launching this season in Dutchess County, and hosting information sessions in Milan and Rhinebeck.
HYDE PARK--As part of its mission to encourage attractive design for residential and commercial properties in Hyde Park, every other year the town's Visual Environment Committee honors owners who have beautified their properties during the previous year. This year's awards will be presented in the categories of Business, Residential, Institution, Landscaping, Stone Walls, Signs, and--new this year--"Going Green."
CAMBRIDGE, MA--In the wake of the worst downturn in recent history, the U.S. home improvement industry is poised for growth, according to a major report released by the Joint Center for Housing Studies at Harvard University. A New Decade of Growth for Remodeling is the sixth and latest report in the Improving America’s Housing series, published by the Remodeling Futures Program at the Joint Center.
NEW WINDSOR--The Hudson Valley Branch of the U.S. Green Building Council will host presentations and discussions entitled "Energy Saving Techniques in Green Buildings," on Feb. 2 at 6 p.m. at the Ducktown Inn, 246 Walsh Avenue, New Windsor; Feb. 15 at 6 p.m. in the Putnam/Dutchess area and Feb. 16 at 6 p.m. at the Skytop Steakhouse 237 Forest Hill Drive, Kingston.
MILLBROOK--Snow is a fact of life in the Hudson Valley. While it can make our roads tough to travel, the blanket of snow that is covering our region is actually good for the environment. On Friday, January 28 at 7 p.m. the Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies in Millbrook will be hosting a talk by ecologist Dr. Peter Groffman. He will discuss how snow not only helps plants survive the winter, but protects our freshwater resources.
Dr. Groffman will also explore how climate warming and loss of snow cover can lead to a cascade of negative impacts on soil health, trees survivorship, and the quantity and quality of freshwater.
ALBANY--The Adirondack loon, and the threat that pollution poses to this iconic symbol of northern lakes, is the subject of a new classroom program co-sponsored by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA).
FISHKILL--The New York Upstate Chapter, Hudson Valley Branch of the U.S. Green Building Council will present "Green Building Update: What to Expect for 2011," on Jan. 25, at 6 p.m. in Fishkill. The Jan. 18th Kingston event was cancelled due to weather.
KINGSTON--Homeowners and renters in Ulster County are invited to attend a free residential energy savings workshop and plan now for a more affordable year. The workshop will be held on Thursday, Jan. 27, from 6 to 8 p.m. at The Kirkland Hotel, 289 Fair St., in Kingston. The event is free and open to the public, but space is limited and registration is required.
KINGSTON--Rural Ulster Preservation Company (RUPCO) said its Rental Assistance department will accept applications for the Housing Choice (Section 8) Voucher program waiting list until February 10, 2011. The program, underwritten by the federal Housing and Urban Development agency and delivered through the state Housing and Community Renewal department, provides help with paying the rent for very low-income families. It enables people with limited income to choose and lease safe, affordable, privately owned, rental housing. The program primarily serves low income senior citizens and families with children. This is the first time applications for the program have been accepted since 2008 and applications will only be accepted until February 10.
KINGSTON--ScheinMedia announces that New York House Magazine will be available exclusively online with the February issue.
New York House has been the premier real estate, green building and design magazine in the Hudson Valley-New York City region for almost 10 years. The publication's editorial is widely recognized for its exceptional coverage of green building development, along with monthly reports and feature articles on area design, products, and the sustainable lifestyle.
KINGSTON--The Sustainable Furnishings Council will host a free Sustainability Essentials Webinar on Monday, January 17th at 1pm EST.
KINGSTON--On January 21st, Big Guy Media Inc. will launch a new website to deliver high-quality, entertaining TV shows exclusively showcasing the Hudson Valley. The YourBGM.tv network will launch with five core original shows, ranging from a cooking series to personal testimonials from local residents and businesses, and deliver them regularly in an Internet format that is not offered by any other area network.
KINGSTON–The Air Force's top energy executive and a former Army energy czar will be the featured panelists at the The Solar Energy Consortium’s third annual gathering of solar industry chief executive officers on Monday, January 24.
SCARSDALE--From February 21-24, several February Holiday Programs will be offered at the Greenburgh Nature Center here.
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