Climate Resilience

New Haven has received a $3 million federal grant to expand their tree canopy coverage. Experts say the new trees will make the city more climate friendly — and a better place to live.

Gov. Kathy Hochul has approved three offshore wind and nearly two dozen renewable energy projects to help New York shift to meet the state’s climate goals to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

New Haven is the first city in Connecticut to achieve gold status from Sustainable CT that recognizes efforts toward sustainability.

Environmentalists in New York urge Gov. Kathy Hochul to require in her upcoming state budget a measure that would make polluters pay for the state’s climate resiliency projects. On Long Island, that could mean billions of dollars for shoreline restoration and other infrastructure projects.

WSHU's Davis Dunavin and Sabrina Garone spoke about engaging with the community to create "Sound Science," a new web series exploring climate challenges, possible solutions and responses in the Long Island Sound region.

Advocates say transit-oriented development could be a good solution if done right. But in order for it to succeed, advocates say it’ll need to be both affordable and environmentally sustainable. Building in wetlands requires infrastructure that can mitigate the effects of climate change and reduce the impact of wastewater on a vulnerable environment.

Connecticut insurance experts say the state remains a competitive market for homeowner coverage despite the industry pulling back in some parts of the country, including California and Florida.

Connecticut coastal towns and cities are being urged to focus on solutions that recreate natural barriers as they seek to protect and preserve their communities from the impact of climate change and sea level rise.

The state Department of Energy and Environmental Protection has awarded more than $8 million to 21 projects. The grants were announced at Edgewood Park in the Westville neighborhood of New Haven, one of the areas that will benefit from the funding.

Congress is negotiating the 2023 Farm Bill, which funds agricultural programs. Connecticut farmers want more money for programs that fit the Northeast.