Here’s another reason to take public transportation when you’re in New York City: there really is no parking … or at least not nearly enough for the number of drivers looking for a space.
The New York Times reports that a “long-awaited” city study found that, outside of those drivers lucky enough to have city-issued placards that give them special parking privileges, typical commuters face near-hopeless odds of finding a parking space in some areas. The city’s financial district, for example, offers only one-third the number of spaces needed for the non-placarded drivers passing through.
By Amy Stodghill •
March 8, 2008
New York City’s proposed congestion pricing plan may be in trouble.
As part of NYC Mayor Michael Bloomberg’s long term sustainability plan, PLANYC 2030, congestion pricing is intended to reduce the amount of cars coming into the city, thus reducing the amount of auto emissions contributing to air pollution. While many city council members like the idea of cleaner air, some are questioning the details of the plan.
By Kira Marchenese •
July 25, 2007
Editor’s note: We’re pleased to welcome Kira Marchanese to the Green Options blog! Kira, Director of Internet Communications at Environmental Defense, will be taking over for Jessica Bosanko, who’s moving on to other pursuits, including a wonderful-sounding trip with her partner to South America. We’re glad to have Kira on board, and very grateful to Jessica for her time and effort in contributing to Green Options.
Today’s post is by Tom Elson,
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By Kira Marchenese •
April 26, 2007
By Mel Peffers, Project Manager of Environmental Defense Living Cities program
Cars in traffic in New York City
Last week, after Mayor Bloomberg announced his bold "greenprint" for New York City, Environmental Defense called for people to share stories about traffic. Arturo, a resident of Long Island City, Queens, New York, responded. He describes the perils of living on a busy
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