Regional green news

Lights out in NYC for Earth Hour
NEW YORK -- The World Wildlife Fund is hoping you'll turn out the lights for an hour this weekend in a show of support for the environment.

Hudson Valley activist to receive EPA award
BEACON, N.Y. -- New York resident honored at NYC ceremony



New York City passes laws to make buildings more efficient
NEW YORK -- New York City has passed legislation intended to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from buildings, which are the city's largest source of heat-trapping gases.

Empire State Building going green
NEW YORK -- The lights at the top of the Empire State Building already change colors and now the building itself is getting a permanent green makeover.
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