Governor Kathy Hochul announced $8.7 million in grants to 11 projects across New York State, aimed at training nearly 1,700 workers in sectors like construction, manufacturing, renewable energy, and software engineering. These initiatives, part of a broader effort that has invested $40 million to support 12,000 trainees, focus on high-skilled workforce training and reducing barriers…
Governor Hochul unveiled 17 transformative projects for Long Island through the Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI) and NY Forward programs, allocating $19 million for development in Huntington Station, City of Long Beach, and Village of Lindenhurst. These projects aim to enhance downtown areas by improving housing, public spaces, and pedestrian connectivity, fostering economic growth, and enriching…
Governor Hochul has announced a significant $50 million investment into New York State’s Canal system, aimed at ensuring its safety, operability, and contribution to tourism and economic activity, particularly in preparation for the Erie Canal’s Bicentennial in 2025. This funding will support critical infrastructure projects along the waterway, including the rehabilitation of century-old water-impounding structures,…
Governor Kathy Hochul has established a partnership between Empire State Development, Ireland’s Guinness Enterprise Centre, and Furthr to promote innovation and collaboration between businesses in New York and Ireland, formalized in a memorandum of understanding signed during her visit to Ireland. This partnership underscores the commitment to fostering a modern, 21st-century economy in both regions…
Governor Hochul, representing New York and the U.S. Climate Alliance, signed the Planetary Protocol for Climate Change Resilience at the Vatican Climate Conference, emphasizing the global need for urgent action to address the climate crisis and protect vulnerable communities. New York’s climate agenda, including ambitious targets for emission reductions and significant clean energy investments, underscores…
Governor Hochul initiated a groundbreaking voluntary pilot program for hospitals, offering financial incentives to NYSIF-insured hospitals committing to reduce carbon emissions and enhance resilience to extreme weather. Additionally, a NYSIF report was released, demonstrating the correlation between extreme heat and worker health and safety, reinforcing Hochul’s dedication to a greener, more sustainable future for New York….