For Release: Tuesday, June 8, 2021
Media Advisory for Tuesday, June 15
DEC Climate Justice Working Group to Meet
What: The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation's (DEC) 13-member Climate Justice Working Group (leaves DEC's website), established under the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (CLCPA), will hold its next meeting on Tuesday, June 15. The Climate Justice Working Group is tasked with establishing criteria for identifying disadvantaged communities for the purposes of co-pollutant reductions, greenhouse gas emissions reductions, regulatory impact statements, and the allocation of investments pursuant to the CLCPA.
Consistent with Executive Orders issued by Governor Cuomo and in keeping with measures designed to limit the spread of COVID-19, the meeting will be conducted by teleconference. Members of the public are welcome to listen to the meeting via webcast.
When: Tuesday, June 15, 12 P.M. ET
Where: Via WebEx (leaves DEC's website).
Audio: Dial 1+1-518-549-0500 Access code: 161 982 1054#
Additional Information: This meeting will also be recorded and posted on the Climate Act website within three days, or as soon as practicable.
