NY Climate Policy in 2025 and Beyond

After the results of the 2024 presidential election, states, cities, and other subnational actors have come into the spotlight as climate policymakers. New York State and New York City are in the process of implementing key climate legislation and are making efforts toward a clean energy transition. However, operational, fiscal, legal, and political challenges threaten the speed and scale of the implementation of state and local climate policies. As the change in federal administration raises looming questions, multiple ideas about the direction of New York’s climate policies have emerged. 

This moderated panel discussion will gather insights on the future of New York’s climate policies from multiple perspectives. We will explore key regulatory, legislative, and judicial proceedings to watch in the upcoming year and examine potential headwinds and opportunities for climate policymaking at the state and local levels.  

This event is in-person only and is open to the general public. Advanced registration is required. REGISTER HERE.

SPEAKERS:

• Arturo Garcia-Costas, Senior Program Officer, New York Community Trust
• Michael B. Gerrard, Andrew Sabin Professor of Professional Practice, Columbia Law School
• Eric Walker, Energy Justice Senior Policy Manager, WE ACT for Environmental Justice

MODERATORS:

• Christine Billy, Guarini Center; Adjunct Professor of Law, NYU School of Law
• Katrina Wyman, Guarini Center; Wilf Family Professor of Property Law, NYU School of Law

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