City on the Edge: Climate Change and New York City
What Does ‘Code Blue’ Mean for Homeless New Yorkers?
When winter temperatures dip below freezing, the Department of Homeless Services declares a “Code Blue,” or weather emergency, deploying extra resources and easing certain shelter intake rules to ensure anyone who needs it has access to a safe place indoors.
City Limits spoke to Department of Homeless Services Commissioner Molly Wasow Park about what Code Blue entails.
It’s a New Year, But NY’s Environmental Groups Are Fighting Old Battles
As Donald Trump steps into the White House, the push to secure green programs and legislation that have been years in the making will be a top priority for environmental activists this legislative session.
Opinion: It’s Time for NYC to Lead on Climate Action
“Climate activists, especially young people, know we can’t wait four years to prevent the worst of the crisis. The longer we wait to act, the more politicians and corporations take away from the futures of people growing up right now.”
