Well, the New York winter is over! Many families and individuals look to enjoy the Spring and Summer weather outdoors; what a great idea! But, how to do it responsibly? Here are some SMPIL ideas: 1. Go for a hike: Whether you are an avid outdoor enthusiast, or just looking for something ne...

Earth day was first held in 1970 as a day to raise public awareness about human impacts on our environment.  We have come a long way in 46 years due to advances in environmental science and law, but we still have a long way to go.   In honor of Earth Day, we encourage you […]...

The NYS Department of Environmental Conservation (“NYSDEC”), in conjunction with the Long Island Regional Planning Council (“LIRPC”), has begun to develop a “Long Island Nitrogen Action Plan”.  This planning process is a critical endeavor as Long Island’s waterways have suffered f...

With the Paris Climate Conference underway, environmentalists are abuzz with excitement over the prospect of a binding international agreement to mitigate climate change. Prospects for success are bolstered by unprecedented international cooperation.  For example, in 2014, the U.S. and China ex...