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Green roofs are critical to combating the urban heat island effect, but they require custom designs to thrive. The New York City mayoral election may ultimately determine their proliferation in the metropolitan area. https://hubs.ly/H0XQ9BC0

New data suggests global food waste is far greater than previous estimates, necessitating an urgent response to curb greenhouse gases. https://hubs.ly/H0WNLHc0

Soil is a valuable resource, but has long been mistreated in urban areas. New York City’s soil is rich in biodiversity that must be protected to preserve the environment and support local green spaces. https://hubs.ly/H0QP6mx0

Proposed legislation allocates funds for installing green roofs on public schools, which could be especially beneficial for New York sustainability efforts and educational opportunities following the COVID-19 pandemic. https://hubs.ly/H0PL2gJ0

The food waste epidemic is wasting valuable resources and contributing to greenhouse gas emissions. Supermarkets and restaurants are stepping up their efforts to combat the problem by reducing waste. https://hubs.ly/H0NY08F0

While the effects of climate change often deplete valuable nutrients from the soil, organic initiatives can reintroduce carbon, and reduce greenhouse gases in the atmosphere. https://hubs.ly/H0Mz-DL0

While some property owners have voiced concerns about implementing green roofs, their overall effectiveness and profitability should ultimately outweigh drawbacks as long as steps are taken to maximize potential benefits. https://hubs.ly/H0LD12f0

New York City aims to fight hunger, reduce food waste, and combat global warming through new initiatives and laws. https://hubs.ly/H0KB6Y_0

Green roof initiatives are taking foot in many cities around the world, as efforts to stem the effects of climate change rise to global prominence. https://hubs.ly/H0GhpYx0

Joint efforts between key players in the farming, distribution, retail and consumer industries are imperative to tackle the growing issue of global food waste. https://hubs.ly/H0DM2Kb0

The building requirements put forth by New York City Local Law 97 have ignited a heated debate between those proponents of sustainable solutions and NYC real estate developers concerned about the costs associated with implementing them. https://hubs.ly/H0C71vg0

Those in the New York metropolitan area may prolong the growing season by strategically mapping out their gardens and undertaking certain measures to preserve seeds and soil, and reap a harvest year-round. https://hubs.ly/H0B4cSF0

The recent passage of the Climate Mobilization Act has set in motion a wave of eco-friendly initiatives designed to reduce New York City's carbon footprint by incentivizing the widespread implementation of green roofs. https://hubs.ly/H0z9LRq0