Local and New York State Resources:

  1. NYS Climate Smart Communities Program – New York's flagship program to help local governments take action on climate change.
  2. NYSERDA (New York State Energy Research and Development Authority) – Provides programs and resources to improve energy efficiency, adopt clean energy, and reduce GHG emissions.
  3. NYS Clean Heat Program – Incentives for adopting energy-efficient heat pumps for homes and businesses.
  4. NYS Drive Clean Rebate Program – Rebates for purchasing or leasing electric vehicles in New York.
  5. Sustainable Westchester – A nonprofit consortium of Westchester County municipalities working on sustainability initiatives.
  6. New York Green Bank – A division of NYSERDA that supports clean energy projects with financing solutions.
  7. DEC’s Office of Climate Change – Information on New York State’s climate initiatives and policies.

 

National Resources:

  1. EPA Climate Change Indicators – Tracks the effects of climate change in the U.S.
  2. Energy Star – Provides tools and resources for energy efficiency in homes and businesses.
  3. National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) – U.S. Department of Energy’s research facility focusing on renewable energy solutions.
  4. U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy – Federal programs and resources for energy efficiency and clean energy.
  5. Climate Reality Project – Founded by Al Gore to drive global climate action.
  6. ICLEI USA (Local Governments for Sustainability) – Provides resources to local governments to achieve sustainability goals.

 

Global Resources:

  1. IPCC (Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change) – The United Nations body assessing the science related to climate change.
  2. UNFCCC (United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change) – The international treaty on climate change.
  3. World Resources Institute (WRI) – A global research organization focusing on environmental sustainability.
  4. CDP (Carbon Disclosure Project) – Manages a global disclosure system for investors, companies, cities, and regions to manage their environmental impacts.
  5. Global Covenant of Mayors for Climate & Energy – The world’s largest coalition of cities committed to addressing climate change.
  6. Climate Action Tracker – Independent scientific analysis that tracks government climate action.
  7. International Energy Agency (IEA) – Provides data, analysis, and recommendations on energy and climate issues worldwide.
  8. WWF Climate & Energy – World Wildlife Fund's efforts to address climate change.
  9. Greenpeace Climate Action – Advocates for global action on climate change.

 

Nonprofit and Community Organizations:

  1. Reconnect Rochester – A nonprofit organization in Rochester, NY, promoting sustainable transportation.
  2. Ceres – Works with companies and investors to build a sustainable global economy.
  3. The Nature Conservancy – A global environmental nonprofit focused on conserving land and water.
  4. Sierra Club Climate Program – U.S. grassroots environmental organization advocating for climate action.
  5. Local Governments for Sustainability (ICLEI) – A global network of more than 2,500 local and regional governments committed to sustainable urban development.