Protects the plants, animals and natural communities that represent the diversity of life on Earth by preserving the lands and waters they need to survive. Call for more information.

Promotes sustainable energy policies for Long Island. Advises Long Island's public concerning ways to improve electrical service, to mitigate rate increases, to control energy costs and to assist LIPA ratepayers to conserve energy

Dedicated to protecting and restoring Long Island's drinkable, swimmable, and fishable waters by using science, education and law to defend critical watersheds from the tips of the Twin Forks to the Great South Bay.

Operates East Meadow Farm (EMF) Horticulture and Demonstration Garden Center. Provides educational information on water conservation, pesticide reduction and pollution awareness, integrated pest management practices, horticulture waste reduction, plant care for garden/landscape and pesticide safety. Operates Environmental Horticulture Information Center and a Horticulture Helpline. Horticulture enrollees receive L.I. Gardening Publication. Call for registration information. Conducts CCE Master Gardener volunteer training program. Soil testing and demonstration gardens are at East Meadow Farm location.

Offers classes, information resources and tours on topics such as: transportation options green building water resources invasive plants climate change composting home energy efficiency support and education hydrilla eradication public participation in environmental management issues residential and commercial solar flood resiliency Invasive & nuisance species Bed bugs: http://ccetompkins.org/environment/invasive-nuisance-species/bed-bugs

Offers educational, environmental, and natural resources programs that cover water quality, forestry, and land-use planning. Works to motivate people to properly plant and care for urban trees, protect waterways from pollution sources, and take part in land-use planning activities at the local level.

Helps New Yorkers make smart choices to create a more energy-efficient home. After an at-home assessment, participants may apply for financing to help pay for home improvements.

Provides services of environmental quality, oil spills, air quality, hazardous waste operations, solid waste, flood control, and forestry. Client referred to appropriate office if necessary.To report nuisance wildlife or animals injured or distressed, call 607-753-3095 x 247.

* Offers programs that address water quality management, aquatic weed harvesting, stream stabilization, pond management, renewable energy and erosion control.

Promotes and serves the commercial horticulture industry and community and urban forestry. Provides educational opportunities and resources for municipalities, landscapers, and others in the green industry based upon BMP's and Cornell University recommendations.

Promotes sound gardening methods, the preservation of the environment and an appreciation of the arboretum and the Long Island community through an extensive education program; lectures and demonstrations at monthly meetings; newsletters and a continuing liaison with other horticultural and environmental associations. Meetings are held in Upper Carriage House. (unless otherwise noted on our site)

Home energy survey for income-eligible customers to help them save energy and lower their electric bills. Service is no cost to customer and may also include installation of energy-saving measures in the home.

Protects the plants, animals and natural communities that represent the diversity of life on Earth by preserving the lands and waters they need to survive. Call or check website for additional information.

This weekly program monitors the health of the bay and enables trained volunteers to work alongside environmental professionals and former science teachers in order to monitor various components of the marine ecosystem. Call for more information. Program runs April through October.

Federally funded program designed to help low-income households meet the high cost of home energy. Both those who pay separately for heating costs and households whose heat is included in their rent may be eligible for a one time regular benefit. Additionally, households with a heating emergency may also be eligible for an emergency benefit and and/or a Heating Equipment Repair/Replacement (HERR) benefit. The HEAP year generally begins in mid-November and closes in mid-March or when the program funding is exhausted. There is also a Clean and Tune benefit, which provide energy efficiency services to eligible households prior to the start of the heating season. Such Services may include the cleaning of primary heating equipment, minor repairs, installation of carbon monoxide detector, etc. A cooling component that assists medically needy households with the purchase of air conditioners may also be available during the warmer months. Most benefits are paid directly to the heating/utility vendor. The income guidelines and benefits amounts are subject to change on a yearly basis. Applications for Regular HEAP may be submitted online at myBenefits during the HEAP season. Applicants age 60 and over as well as those who are permanently disabled may apply for regular HEAP by mail to Nassau County Office for the Aging; 60 Charles Lindbergh Blvd. Uniondale, NY 11553; 516-227-7386. All others (including applicants age 60 and over or permanently disabled, with an emergency) may apply in person or by mail to: EAC Inc. 175 Fulton Avenue 4th Floor Hempstead, New York 11550 Phone 516-565-4327. Call for detailed information.

Provides direct and timely assistance to consumers in resolving individual disputes with utilities. Provides an informal hearing process and appeals process for consumers or businesses who are not satisfied with initial complaint responses. Consumers may file utility complaints by phone or online.

Protects the plants, animals and natural communities that represent the diversity of life on Earth by preserving the lands and waters they need to survive. Meetings are held the 2nd Monday of the month at Village Hall. Call for more information.

Protects the plants, animals and natural communities that represent the diversity of life on Earth by preserving the lands and waters they need to survive. Call for more information.

The Cornell Cooperative Extension links the research from Cornell University and applies it to maximize New York State's agricultural and natural resources. It also provides programming, services, and information regarding sustainability, nutrition, food safety, obesity prevention, and youth development/education (through the 4-H program). It is committed to contribute to NYS communities and empower their futures. This organization provides services across five sectors: Agriculture, Community, Environment, Nutrition, and Youth/Families.

The Smart energy Choices program will end on June 30, 2022. Please remove from our program listing.Provides free energy advising to residents, small commercial, non-profit and multifamily building owners and managers to help them reduce their energy use, switch to renewable energy, save money, and improve the comfort of their homes and buildings.Extension educators working as Community Energy Advisors (CEAs) will work not only to educate income eligible residents on the benefits of more efficient and renewable energy technologies, but to also save homeowners money that can then be used for other needs. They can also provide assistance and support to guide residents and businesses through the process of applying for energy programs, selecting contractors, and financing upgrades. The ultimate goal of the program is work to provide a bridge between these communities and the various incentive programs for energy savings.

Protect and benefit wildlife on Long Island. Part of the National Wildlife Refuge system for the conservation, management and where appropriate restoration of the fish, wildlife, and plant resources and their habitats on Long Island. Comprised of eight National Wildlife Refuges and a Wildlife Management Area. Refuges include Target Rock National, Wertheim National, Elizabeth A. Morton National, Conscience Point National, Lido Beach National, Seatuck National, Oyster Bay National, Amagansett National, and Sayville National.

Dedicated to education for the appreciation and care of shade trees and shrubs on Long Island. In addition, we strive to stimulate interest in tree planting and preservation, to encourage research toward appropriate protection of trees and shrubs and to encourage the practices of efficient and proper tree care methods.

Protects the plants, animals and natural communities that represent the diversity of life on Earth by preserving the lands and waters they need to survive. Meetings are held the 3rd Sunday of the month from September to June, at 1pm, at Farmingdale University Conference Center. Call for additional information.

Charitable operating foundation established to preserve and conserve the rural, cultural and historical character of the hamlet of Brookhaven and surrounding areas in Suffolk County. Gives grants to local charities

Provides eligible homeowners with a free energy assessment or energy audit. Assessments are conducted by a participating home performance contractor. Helps homeowners and renters of 1-4 unit family homes by providing a means to affordable energy efficient improvements and upgrades. Common work includes adding insulation, reducing drafts, and repairing or upgrading heating systems. Energy upgrades are eligible for low cost, low interest loans and incentives for income-eligible households. Income eligible households are eligible to receive a discount covering 50% of the cost of eligible energy efficiency improvements up to $4,000 per project for single-family homes. 2-4 unit residential homes with income-eligible residents may qualify for a discount of up to $8,000.