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Riverkeeper bolsters core programs with new directors, launches program to address challenges to region’s watersheds

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Cliff Weathers, [email protected] NY’s clean water advocate announces hirings of John Parker and Chris Len; names Kate Hudson to direct new initiative Ossining, NY – Riverkeeper has added staff to key leadership positions to bolster its mission to defend the Hudson River and protect the drinking water supply of 9 million New York City and Hudson Valley residents. Two director positions for Riverkeeper’s core programs, Watershed and Hudson River, were filled, and a much needed program, Cross Watershed Initiatives, was created and its director named. John […]

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New York State Reverses Decision, Requires Full Environmental Review of Tar Sands-by-Rail Facility

Port Ambrose project faces another round of questions

DEC Stalled Proposed Expansion by Global Partners at Port of Albany

Riverkeeper Responds to Decision Regarding Albany Oil Terminal Expansion

Riverkeeper applauds the decision by the New York Department of Environmental Conservation regarding the proposed expansion of Global Companies' rail-to-barge transfer terminal in Albany, which would facilitate the transport of heavy "tar sands" crude oil. Riverkeeper calls on the state to follow through on what they’ve begun today and promptly issue a “positive declaration” requiring an environmental impact statement.

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Over 600 Pounds of Garbage Cleaned Up

DEC Rescinds Negative Declaration for Global Permit; Calls For Full Environmental Impact Study

Crude oil project on back burner

NY to require further review of crude oil facility at port

MAP: How to safely enjoy the Hudson River

Tell Gov. Hochul to block invasive species at the Erie and Champlain canals
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