climate change

The Battery-NY facility provides manufacturers with equipment to test and build batteries. The technology is a key part of transitioning off of fossil fuels.

Natural gas has been found in shale rock in Pennsylvania and New York. But one state has banned fracking, while the other allows it to continue — and that's unlikely to change.

As of September 10, the state has experienced eight weather and climate disasters that each caused over $1 billion in damages nationwide in 2024.

A new facility at Cornell University records comprehensive data on animal emissions. It could help scientists figure out how to reduce the amount of methane cows emit.

Steuben County is still cleaning up after the remnants of Tropical Storm Debby ravaged several towns and villages earlier this month. The costs are growing and could reach levels similar to when Tropical Storm Fred hit in 2021 and destroyed many of the same areas.

Harmful algal blooms can cause a variety of health concerns, from mild rashes to severe illness. The problem is particularly bad in the Finger Lakes region.

Officials say they’re working to restore the area and support families with damaged homes. Steuben County also experienced devastating floods in 2021.

Cities like Rome are reeling from tornado damage. A lack of consistent data makes determining tornado trends difficult.

With anaerobic digesters, farmers can turn manure and food scraps into energy. But some groups say the process presents numerous climate and environmental concerns.

A thunderstorm Monday evening toppled trees and downed power lines across the Southern Tier. A mobile home park in Montour Falls sustained particularly severe damage.