Warming Center Open
The Rockland County Warming Center, located at the Dr. Robert L. Yeager Health Center in Pomona, is opening for the upcoming winter season on November 1st. [SEE PRESS RELEASE FOR MORE INFORMATION AND LOCATIONS]
Climate Smart Communities Program
What is the CSC Certification Program?
The Climate Smart Communities(CSC) Certification program, provided by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC), offers a framework to guide local climate actions and recognize sustainability leadership. Participation is free and voluntary, with communities earning bronze or silver certification. Rockland County is actively pursuing CSC Certification.
Rockland County's Climate Smart Communities Task Force
Rockland County is currently in the process of creating its Climate Smart Communities (CSC) Task Force. The CSC Task Force will support the County's Climate Smart Certification efforts by advising on climate initiatives, collaborating with the Sustainability Coordinator, documenting certification actions, and promoting energy-efficient upgrades, renewable energy, and climate risk mitigation projects.
