With much of New York City's wetlands predicted to be underwater by 2050, the Natural Areas Conservancy and NYC Parks' new Wetlands Management Framework aims to correct this.
In spite of its reputation as a concrete jungle, New York City is home to a great many parks. Many
Parks are being touted as a place to get fresh air during the coronavirus crisis, although it is recommended that
Alyssa Loorya has been digging around New York City since the mid-1990s. As the Principal Investigator and President of Chrysalis
In South Brooklyn along Jamaica Bay, Shirley Chisholm State Park, New York City's largest state park has just opened honoring the first African American woman in Congress.
During Climate Week, a series of environmental bills for New York City were passed addressing flood mapping, the Jamaica Bay Taskforce and geothermal energy.
Floyd Bennett Field was once the country's busiest naval air station. Now, it's being reimagined by H.A.R.P, a volunteer group that restores historic aircrafts.
New York City may be getting another green space. Gov. Andrew Cuomo has announced plans to construct a 407-acre, waterfront state park near Jamaica Bay.
Explore the rich history of Jamaica, Queens and its current vibrant culture in our Untapped Guide to Jamaica's parks, museums, shopping centers, and more.
NYC Department of Education has partnered with the Department of Environmental Protection to retrofit bathroom fixtures across schools in all five boroughs.