The South Bronx is home to 100% of the waste produced in the Bronx. The neighborhood has endured six decades of diesel truck-related traffic coming from the Hunts Point Food Distribution Center, where 15,000 vehicles traverse the area daily. This has resulted in toxic air pollution and persistent health issues for the community. The South Bronx exemplifies the […]
HOPE was featured in this great segment on The Weather Channel, highlighting how our CoolRoofs program mitigates the urban heat island effect in NYC. Check it out below!
NEW YORK, NY—New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC) today announced a newly formed Green Economy Advisory Council, and unveiled the initial members selected to be part of the group. The Council stakeholders are tasked with advising NYCEDC on flagship commitments to address the climate crisis, advance a just transition towards a clean energy future, […]
