Climate Inaction Has Consequences: NY Renews Statement on Ida Flooding
***FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE***: September 2, 2021
Contact: Arielle Swernoff | (646) 450-5461 | arielle@nyrenews.org
Web: @NYRenews | www.nyrenews.org
Statement on NYC Flooding
“Climate inaction has consequences. Last night’s tragic flooding downstate is a stark reminder that the climate crisis is here, and that New York’s leaders must make meaningful climate investments now. It’s not just about the critically important task of reducing our emissions — we must also invest in resilient infrastructure, especially in marginalized communities. It’s no accident that poorer neighborhoods of New York City experienced worse flooding and storm effects last night. We don’t have to live like this. The legislature and governor must act now to fund the necessary climate and resiliency investments our communities so desperately need. We must pass the Climate and Community Investment Act, and put our state on a rapid path towards a just and renewable economy.”
About NY Renews:
NY Renews is a coalition of 300 environmental, justice, faith, labor, and community groups, and the force behind the nation’s most progressive climate law, New York’s Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act. The coalition fights for good jobs and climate justice in New York State.
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