Ulster County Climate Smart Task Force

10/09/2025

Upcoming environmental conference alert: Ulster County is partnering with the UC Environmental Management Council and others to host the annual NYS Association for Conservation Advisory Commissions (NYSACC) Conference in Kingston, NY on 10/24 & 10/25 (field trip day)! The theme is centered around sustainable innovation with three tracks on Materials Management, Open Space and Renewable Energy Transition. Check it out and please share widely: https://www.nysacc.net/

10/15/2024

We are pleased to invite you to an upcoming Public Open House for Ulster County’s Community Climate Action Plan project! Whether you have been participating in the project process along the way or are just learning about it, this event is for you! This is an opportunity to provide feedback and help prioritize key climate action initiatives to reduce GHG emissions countywide at a community scale. Please see attached flyer and share widely within your community networks. From local businesses to agriculture to schools to public health, the arts, recreation, conservation and tourism, climate action spans it all!

Event details:

Date & Time: Thursday, October 24, 2024, 3:00-7:00 PM (stop by anytime within this window)
Location: College Terrace at SUNY New Paltz (intersection of Sojourner Way and Southside Loop, New Paltz, NY 12561)
Registration: https://lnkd.in/eMZVtkBX link)

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08/09/2024

Calling all Ulster County Environmental Committee members and interested stakeholders! It's that time of year again...The Annual Ulster County Environmental Committee Roundtable will take place Wednesday 8/28 at the Rosendale Rec Center. Doors open at 5pm for networking and formal programming will begin at 5:30pm. Please register in advance at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ulster-countys-3rd-annual-environmental-committee-roundtable-tickets-932559419327?aff=oddtdtcreator .

This year we will have a presentation and interactive visioning session for the Ulster County Community Climate Action Plan ( https://participate.ulstercountyny.gov/community-climate-action-plan .)

07/09/2024

It's not too late to register for tomorrow evening's public meeting. Come share ideas and learn more about the Ulster County Community Climate Action Plan!

Ulster County is developing a county-wide Community Climate Action Plan to reduce climate-damaging emissions and contribute to a healthier, more sustainable, and more resilient county. We can’t do it without you!

Help shape the plan by completing a community survey and participating in our upcoming public webinar to learn about the project and other ways you can participate:

🗓️ Wednesday, July 10
🕖 7 PM - 8 PM
🖥️ Virtual via Zoom (pre-registration is required)

Register for the webinar: bit.ly/4bxs8lM.
Take the survey: participate.ulstercountyny.gov/community-climate-action-plan/surveys/community-survey.
Learn more: participate.ulstercountyny.gov/community-climate-action-plan.

07/03/2024

Did you hear? The Ulster County Community Climate Action Plan (Ulster CCAP) Project is underway! This newly launched project includes calculating current greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) at the County level and identify solutions or “climate action initiatives” to address and reduce GHG emissions with prioritization of initiatives that will be included in the final plan.
This is a community driven process with a variety of outreach and engagement opportunities. Visit the Project Webpage (link below for more information, including a community survey and interactive features. There will be a public meeting on 7/10 via Zoom to provide community input and learn more about the project. Please consider attending and share widely amongst your networks so we have strong participation and an impactful Climate Action Plan that reflects community needs!

Ulster County is committed to tackling the climate crisis by shifting to a clean energy economy and bolstering our resilience to the impacts of climate change that are already occurring. As part of this work, the Ulster County Department of the Environment has launched

03/27/2024

Happy Spring! Its that time of year again...Ulster County Department of the Environment and Ulster County Soil and Water Conservation District Ulster County Soil and Water Conservation District are partnering a third year to provide Ulster County communities with trees and mulch for community tree plantings in recognition of Arbor Day 2024. Link to applications is in the comments. Email completed applications and any questions to [email protected]. Applications will be reviewd on a rolling basis. Please apply by May 17th. Spring and Fall planting options available. Municipalities that have not yet received this support will have priority in selection process! Please spread the word.

10/17/2023

For Munipalities interested, there will be a forum on Open Space Protection Financing options on Tuesday November 14th at Kingston City Hall from 2-5pm, hosted by the Hudson River Estuary Program and Scenic Hudson. Come hear from local leaders of Town of New Paltz, Town of Red Hook, Town of Bethlehem and City of Kingston and take part in a facilitated discussion. Remote attendance is available. Please consider attending in person optimal participation! Register for the event and find out more at the event webpage below.

Breadcrumb Home Events Municipal Options for Financing Open Space Protection Tue, 11/14/2023 - 2:00 pm Hybrid - Kingston, NY or Webex Many municipalities are interested in protecting forests, farms, streams, and other open spaces that are important to their residents. Open space planning is an impor...

08/28/2023

It's not too late to register for the Annual Ulster County Environmental Committee Roundtable taking place this Wednesday 8/30 at the Rosendale Rec Park (1055 NY-32). *Pre-registration is requested for attendees. Suggested audience members are Conservation Advisory Council and Climate Smart Committee members, Ulster County Environmental Management Council Members and interested municipal staff and volunteers. See you there! https://ulstercountyny.gov/environmental-management-council/environmental-management-council/workshops

07/24/2023

🌳Don't miss this opportunity to shape the future of Ulster County's natural resources 🌳

Take part in a public workshop to assist Ulster County in land-use planning and decision-making by reviewing a draft of the Natural Resources Inventory and online Mapper and Toolkit.

Ulster County is home to world-class natural resources, and a Natural Resources Inventory (NRI) will assemble and map these resources to support sound land-use planning that protects these assets for future generations. Your input will help refine the inventory and test the online tools.

Join us on Thursday, July 27 in person at the Restorative Justice Center or virtually via Zoom. Learn more and reserve your spot: https://natural-resources-inventory-ulstercounty.hub.arcgis.com/

For more information, get in touch with Ben Ganon at the Ulster County Department of the Environment: (845) 338-7287.

04/25/2023

We're excited to announce that we are now accepting applications for Ulster County Climate Corps – a new paid, project-based summer internship program! Participants will be assigned to County departments to help implement the County’s climate and sustainability initiatives and assist in meeting the goals of the NYS Climate Act.
Interns will gain professional and practical experience in government, supplemented by skill-based training and guest speakers on topics related to the environment, project management, and public administration. Interns will also have opportunities to participate in community engagement and fieldwork.

🌎 More info + application here: ulstercountyny.gov/climatecorps2023

Please spread the word to help us recruit and cultivate the next generation for green careers and public service, reflecting the talents and diversity of our community!