Ulster County Designated 'Certified Climate Smart Community' By State

KINGSTON, NY — Ulster County was designated a Certified Climate Smart Community by the state Department of Environmental Conservation.

Ulster County was awarded bronze-level certification at the county’s “Sustainable Parking Lot Party” in Kingston September 17.

At an event at Mamaroneck’s Hommocks Conservation Area Thursday, Mamaroneck Supervisor Nancy Seligson was presented with street signs declaring Mamaroneck a Certified Climate Smart Community.

DEC Commissioner Basil Seggos said he applauds Mamaroneck and Ulster County for their commitment to reducing energy use in government operations.

“These communities are models for other to follow, with committed teams who bridge the gap between traditional government silos and achieve an exceptional level of integration of climate concerns into daily decision making,” he said.

In addition to reducing energy use, Ulster County is purchasing renewable energy credits to offset the greenhouse gas emissions associated with its electricity use. Ulster County is also taking a comprehensive approach to reducing energy use and emissions associated with transportation. Initiatives include a vehicle-efficiency policy, adding advanced vehicles to its fleet, supporting low-emission public transit, and installing nine charging stations for electric vehicles in the community.

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