Governor Kathy Hochul's proposed 2027 budget for New York state has sparked controversy, as it includes measures that would roll back climate and emissions reduction targets. Despite the state's ambitious goals to combat climate change, the budget plan would revise existing regulations and potentially hinder the state's progress in reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Environmental advocates have expressed concerns that these changes could undermine the state's efforts to meet its carbon neutrality targets and exacerbate the impacts of climate change. As the budget makes its way through the state legislature, lawmakers will face pressure to balance the state's economic needs with its environmental obligations.
NY’s 2027 budget includes climate, emissions reduction rollbacks: Gov. Hochul ESG Dive
