The Long Island Sound is one of the largest estuaries in the United States—like other estuaries, the Sound is a highly productive ecosystem and provides critical habitat for hundreds of … Read more
Sarah Ward
Living Near Nature is Linked to Lower Healthcare Costs
Human well-being and nature are inextricably linked. Parks, natural areas, and neighborhood green spaces improve our quality of life and provide numerous health, social, economic, and ecological benefits to individuals … Read more
Celebrating Greenpoint—Brooklyn’s First Green Flag Community
Congratulations to the Greenpoint Eco-Schools! On May 15 in Brooklyn, NY, the four Greenpoint Eco-Schools–PS 31, PS 34, PS 110, and MS 126–were honored with the Eco-Schools USA highest award—the … Read more
Great Year for Greenpoint Eco-Schools
As 2016 comes to a close, the teams of Brooklyn’s four Greenpoint Eco-Schools are celebrating a year of great progress! The dedicated team of Sustainability Coaches across PS 31, PS … Read more
