Water News

Over the last few summers, you may have seen an increase in “Harmful Algae Bloom” warnings pop-up around your favorite

After recent statements issued that ensured Hoosick Falls residents that they have safe, clean drinking water, we see another source of contamination that raises concern over the validity of those results. This time, the town of Petersburgh is exhibiting high levels of contamination.

Ocean acidification is already beginning to wreak havoc on New York’s marine wildlife, fishing, coastal economy, tourism, and recreation industries.

The Environmental Facilities Corporation offers low-interest financing and grants for projects needed to keep our water infrastructure flowing.

We created a map that identifies areas throughout the state where a school has failed voluntary water testing.  Is a school in your area on the list?

Since the Flint Water Crisis took the nation by storm, we continue to see the issue and concern of water quality rise, especially in facilities, like schools, where contaminated water impacts our youth.

This week our Director of Government Relations, Christopher Goeken, represented the NYLCV in partnership with schools and elected officials to advocate for the testing of water in New York State schools.