Past Issues Archive

The EMC has worked on many environmental issues since its inception. Here is a list of some of the projects and issues that we have taken on in the past. Some projects are ongoing.

• Renewable Energy
• Open Burning/Backyard Burning
• Lake Source Cooling
• Cities for Climate Protection Campaign (2001, ongoing)
• Oil and Gas Drilling (2002)
• Residential Electricity Purchasing Options as a Result of Deregulation
• Tompkins County Public Library Solar Panel Installation (2001)
• Unique Natural Areas Inventory (1974, 1990, 2000)
• Invasive Species List (1998)
• An Evaluation of Risks Associated with Underground Storage Tanks in Tompkins County (1991)
• Solid Waste Management and Landfill Siting (1974-1990)
• Pesticide Clean-up Day (1984-1990)
• Underground Storage Tanks Study (1990)
• Wetlands Inventory and Protection (1970s & 1980s)
• Groundwater Study in the Town of Groton (1987)
• Beverage Container Deposit Legislation (1973-1984)
• Prevention of City Golf Course Expansion (1984)
• Radioactive Waste Transport (1980)
• SEQR Reviews (1975-present)
• Fall Creek Corridor Management Plan (1974)