New York can still hit climate targets

New York is falling behind on clean energy goals—but it’s not too late to catch up, according to the Cornell Chronicle. A new report from Cornell’s Climate Jobs Institute lays out how the state can still meet its 2030 targets while boosting equity and job quality.

The team found solar and battery storage must ramp up to offset delays in offshore wind. They also spotlighted rising hardship among workers, urging investments in union jobs, apprenticeships, and stronger labor protections.

Their message: climate action isn’t just urgent—it’s a chance to rebuild struggling communities from the ground up.