Beczak Environmental Education Center
For over 30 years, the Beczak Environmental Education Center has connected Yonkers to Hudson River through school programs, internships, workshops, and clean-up projects, fostering hands-on environmental learning and conservation efforts throughout Westchester County.
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Yonkers Department of Public Works Expands Green Fleet with Electric Ford F-150 Lightning Trucks
The City of Yonkers unveiled five brand-new all-electric Ford F-150 Lightning pick-up trucks in its DPW fleet.
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The Science Barge: A Floating Urban Farm Nurturing Sustainability
The Science Barge, a floating urban farm, has transformed the landscape of agriculture and educated communities about sustainability.
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Yonkers Contractor Settles Clean Water Act Lawsuit, Commits to Environmental Reforms
Capital Industries Corp. agreed to pay a settlement over allegations that it violated environmental regulations.
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Yonkers AARP Chapter 5427 Explores Sarah Lawrence Center for the Urban River at Beczak
The Yonkers AARP Chapter 5427 explored the Sarah Lawrence Center for the Urban River at the Beczak Environmental Education Center
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Congressman Jamaal Bowman and Senator Edward J. Markey Reintroduce the Green New Deal for Public Schools Alongside Over 200 Advocates
Congressman Bowman and Senator Markey reintroduced the Green New Deal for Public Schools Act alongside 76 cosponsors and 200 advocates.
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Federal Grant of $1 Million Awarded to Combat Climate Change by Expanding Urban Forest
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Forest Service has granted the City of Yonkers $1 million to fight climate change with more trees.