An unusually warm winter has left the Great Lakes all but devoid of ice and sent scientists scrambling to understand the possible consequences as climate change accelerates.

The state’s new solid waste management plan outlines a roadmap to reduce landfilling. But the Seneca Meadows landfill wants to renew its permit and continue operating until 2040.

Researchers from SUNY-ESF and the Climate & Applied Forest Research Institute have built a new map-based carbon accounting system. It could help the State of New York reach its net-zero emissions by 2050 goal.

Researchers at Cornell University are discovering the environment for some cold water fish in Adirondack lakes is getting smaller.

As global temperatures increase, winter weather may see more rain than snow.

Hydronic Shell Technologies is a winner of $3 million from a national housing innovation competition. CEO David Goldstein said they've developed technology that can decarbonize and modernize a building from the exterior.

"Energizing CNY," a one-hour special that explores how central New York is helping New York state achieve ambitious clean energy goals, airs Thursday, November 16 at 3 p.m. on WRVO. Listen on-air, online, and with your smart speaker. Just ask it to "play WRVO."

The new SUNY Sustainability Advisory Council will look to increase sustainability practices across the 64 campuses.

Assembly Member Anna Kelles and Finger Lakes leaders, business owners and advocates call on Governor Kathy Hochul to intervene in the "secret sale" of Cayuga Lake's Cargill salt mine.

On the shores of Owasco Lake, city of Auburn leaders and State Senator Rachel May are calling on Governor Kathy Hochul and New York State to increase water protection policies for residents' safety.