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Updates on our work and mentions in the media
October 6, 2025
Update: Clean Path transmission line will not move forward
September 26, 2025
Safeguarding the foundation for climate action
August 28, 2025
Riverkeeper pushes for better community flood protections
July 24, 2025
With Rikers transformation stalled, we’re demanding action
June 5, 2025
Environmental organizations tell court that New York must implement its delayed climate law
April 25, 2025
Calling for stronger environmental protections for new energy projects
January 27, 2025
Is the Clean Path project still happening?
Drew Gamils
July 17, 2024
What to know about hydropower cable installation in the Hudson River
If you spend time around the Hudson River this summer you may notice large vessels installing cables along the bottom of the river as part of the Champlain Hudson Power Express (CHPE) project. Learn more about this project.
Ben Foster, Legal Intern
June 22, 2024
Danskammer withdraws plans to expand Hudson River power plant
Danskammer Energy, the operator of a gas-fired power plant along the Hudson River, has officially withdrawn its plans to expand the facility. This marks the end of a long legal battle that began in 2021 when the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) denied Danskammer’s initial request to modify its operating permit.
December 15, 2022
New! Riverkeeper's 2022 Impact Report
Riverkeeper’s 2022 Impact Report provides a reminder of the vast number of ways we work in partnership with those who share in our mission – combining science, law, and community partnerships – to bring about change.
September 21, 2022
EPA and NOAA identify problems with Port of Albany wind energy site
Victoria Leung, Staff Attorney
August 23, 2022
Riverkeeper calls for a safer Indian Point decommissioning
Holtec International, the firm responsible for the decommissioning of Indian Point has filed for a number of exemptions with the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) that would loosen existing oversight requirements.
Victoria Leung, Staff Attorney
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