NYSDEC webinars: Save the dates for other upcoming webinars and register through the links provided below!
Habitats of the Hudson Valley (register here) October 24, 12-1pm.
From tidal wetlands to large forests and rocky crests, the Hudson Valley is home to diverse habitats that support abundant fish and wildlife and provide numerous benefits to local communities. This webinar will introduce key identifying characteristics of major Hudson Valley habitats, their importance to species of conservation concern, community benefits, and common threats. Presenter: Nate Nardi-Cyrus, Hudson River Estuary Program
Biodiversity Conservation (register here) November 20, 12-1pm
What can Hudson Valley communities do to conserve biodiversity – the variety of plants, animals, and habitats native to our region? This webinar will introduce general biodiversity conservation principles and local strategies for conserving nature and its multiple benefits. Presenter: Gretchen Stevens, Hudsonia Ltd.
SEQR and Site Plan Review (registration forthcoming) - January 2020
Stormwater Management (registration forthcoming) - February 2020
Wetlands and Streams (registration forthcoming) - March 2020
Date: November 1, 2019 Time: 8:00 am - 2:00 pm Location: The Poughkeepsie Grand
At Syracuse University Environmental Finance Center’s session, learn about funding opportunities for community infrastructure investments.
At this event, you'll meet state and federal agency representatives to learn about funding opportunities for municipal infrastructure for safe and clean water and other community investments.
Municipal supervisors and mayors, council/board members, town clerks and managers, DPW staff, town planners, engineers, and other interested community leaders are all invited to attend!
Date: Wednesday, November 6, 2019 Time: 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM EST Location: Center For Discovery: The Michael Ritchie Big Barn for Environmental Health and Education. 103 Mitteer Road, Hurleyville, NY 12747
Clean Vehicle Rebates
A total of $500,000 will be distributed in this round on a first-come, first-served basis. Rebates are available to municipalities that purchase (or lease for a minimum of 36 months) an eligible clean vehicle placed into municipal service at a dealership in New York State on or after July 1, 2019.
Plug-in hybrid, all-electric, and hydrogen fuel cell vehicles with a 10- to 50-mile electric range are eligible for rebates of $2,500. Those with an electric range of 51 miles or greater are eligible for rebates of $5,000.
ZEV Infrastructure Grants
A total of $2,500,000 will be distributed in this round on a first-come, first-served basis. Grants are available to municipalities that installed (or will install) hydrogen filling station components or electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) that is Level 2 or direct current fast charge (DCFC).
A 20% local match based on total project cost is required. Maximum grant amount for any facility (location) is $250,000 and to any one municipality is $500,000. There is no minimum award amount.
Don't forget that the Hudson Valley Regional Council has launched a new website! In addition to our Events page, we have added several new sections that have compiled various data and resources.
