News and Announcements
Community preservation funds (CPFs) originated in Massachusetts in the early 2000s to support local initiatives for preserving farms, forests, historic buildings, open spaces, and other ecologically important…
DEC is offering the Establishing Large Forests Grant Program to increase the amount of forested land in New York State to help address climate change, provide wildlife habitat, protect air and water…
The DEC released a proposed regulation to implement a fund to help offset negative impacts to endangered and threatened species populations during the construction of renewable energy and energy transmission…
A suite of new and updated tools to be released by the Open Space Institute and the Forest Carbon Data Partnership to help land trusts, municipalities, land managers, and policy makers better integrate forest…
The difference between a successful tree planting with healthy trees and a line of dead and dying stems often comes down to the analysis of the sites and selection of appropriate tree species for the conditions…
Funded projects represent a collaborative effort between local governments, not-for-profit organizations, and community groups to create more equitable and resilient urban forests in the face of increased…
Partners for Climate Action Hudson Valley announced their Ecological Restoration Grant funding opportunity for projects creating at-risk pollinator habitat or supporting forest health in the Hudson Valley.…
New data summaries from the Cornell Lab of Ornithology’s eBird platform will help state wildlife planners assess the status of bird populations that live in or pass through their state – a crucial tool in…
Private landowners planning to restore or establish five or more acres of forest land in New York State may apply for grant awards ranging from a minimum of $10,000 to a maximum of $100,000. A 10 …
The rulemaking begins a multi-phase process of updating New York State’s list of animal species classified as endangered, threatened, or of special concern. The draft regulation addresses species of fish, a…
NYSDEC announced $343,852 in grants for projects to restore aquatic connectivity, reduce local flood risks, and improve water quality in the towns of Stephentown, Rensselaer County and…
NYSDEC and Trust for Public Land announced the permanent protection of 505 acres in Dutchess County. The State’s land acquisition will create the new Grape Hollow State Forest, providing enhanced wildlife…