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These programs aim to engage and inspire residents, businesses, and municipalities, throughout the Town of North Hempstead, to participate in actions that will foster ecological balance, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and help North Hempstead adapt to a changing climate, ensuring a healthy, resilient community now and in the future. Includes: Home Sustainability Workshops Rain Barrel and Composter Sales Climate Action Protecting Pollinators - Take the Pollinator Pledge! Monarch Butterfly Conservation Native Plants Tree Conservation Long Island Green Homes Tips for Sustainable Living Stormwater Management Education

Protect and benefit wildlife on Long Island. Part of the National Wildlife Refuge system for the conservation, management and where appropriate restoration of the fish, wildlife, and plant resources and their habitats on Long Island. Comprised of eight National Wildlife Refuges and a Wildlife Management Area. Refuges include Target Rock National, Wertheim National, Elizabeth A. Morton National, Conscience Point National, Lido Beach National, Seatuck National, Oyster Bay National, Amagansett National, and Sayville National.

Home energy survey for income-eligible customers to help them save energy and lower their electric bills. Service is no cost to customer and may also include installation of energy-saving measures in the home.

A professional organization sponsoring project to improve both business and environmental conditions by balancing social, economic and environmental concerns. Works to balance recreational and economic needs while conserving and restoring the Earth's cultural and ecological biodiversity; cooperates with and directly supports park and protected area managers; and disseminates information, develops and provides experiential learning opportunities, and involves local municipalities and the general public in good stewardship practices.

Provides energy audits to eligible owners and renters in order to find the best way to make homes energy efficient. Weatherization measures include furnace repair or replacement, insulation, and air sealing to make residences safe, comfortable and less expensive to heat. Offering energy conservation measures to people from all income levels.

Reviews building permit and tree removal permit applications for conformity with environmental regulations of New York State. Protects the plants, animals and natural communities that represent the diversity of life on Earth by preserving the lands and waters they need to survive. Call for more information.

Federally funded program designed to help low-income households meet the high cost of home energy. Both those who pay separately for heating costs and households whose heat is included in their rent may be eligible for a one time regular benefit. Additionally, households with a heating emergency may also be eligible for an emergency benefit and and/or a Heating Equipment Repair/Replacement (HERR) benefit. The HEAP year generally begins in mid-November and closes in mid-March or when the program funding is exhausted. There is also a Clean and Tune benefit, which provide energy efficiency services to eligible households prior to the start of the heating season. Such Services may include the cleaning of primary heating equipment, minor repairs, installation of carbon monoxide detector, etc. A cooling component that assists medically needy households with the purchase of air conditioners may also be available during the warmer months. Most benefits are paid directly to the heating/utility vendor. The income guidelines and benefits amounts are subject to change on a yearly basis. Applications for Regular HEAP may be submitted online at myBenefits during the HEAP season. Applicants age 60 and over as well as those who are permanently disabled may apply for regular HEAP by mail to Nassau County Office for the Aging; 60 Charles Lindbergh Blvd. Uniondale, NY 11553; 516-227-7386. All others (including applicants age 60 and over or permanently disabled, with an emergency) may apply in person or by mail to: EAC Inc. 175 Fulton Avenue 4th Floor Hempstead, New York 11550 Phone 516-565-4327. Call for detailed information.

Charitable operating foundation established to preserve and conserve the rural, cultural and historical character of the hamlet of Brookhaven and surrounding areas in Suffolk County. Gives grants to local charities

Protects the plants, animals and natural communities that represent the diversity of life on Earth by preserving the lands and waters they need to survive.

Provides homeowners with free or reduced cost energy audits, NYSERDA incentives, utility rebates and low cost financing for the installation of energy efficiency measures in single-family homes (1 to 4 family) as part of the Home Performance with Energy Star program. Households at or below 80% of the area median income may be eligible for a 50% incentive of project cost up to $5,000. Locally based energy coordinators can help with the application process.

Promotes sustainable energy policies for Long Island. Advises Long Island's public concerning ways to improve electrical service, to mitigate rate increases, to control energy costs and to assist LIPA ratepayers to conserve energy

The Center for Conservation is a resource to help residents and visitors better appreciate the natural heritage of the East End and our role in preserving unique qualities. It is the East Hampton Office of the Nature Conservancy on Long Island. The building uses green technology and has a native wildflower garden.

Dedicated to education for the appreciation and care of shade trees and shrubs on Long Island. In addition, we strive to stimulate interest in tree planting and preservation, to encourage research toward appropriate protection of trees and shrubs and to encourage the practices of efficient and proper tree care methods.

Protects the plants, animals and natural communities that represent the diversity of life on Earth by preserving the lands and waters they need to survive.

Offers Greenbelt Trail, which is a walking and hiking trail, soccer field, canoes and kayak launching and rental programs marina (call for details), fishing, bird watching, history tours, activity room for children, gardens, and guided tours. The park is a designated State Bird Conservation Area.

Protects the plants, animals and natural communities that represent the diversity of life on Earth by preserving the lands and waters they need to survive. Call or check website for additional information.

Offers Nassau and Suffolk County homeowners free energy assessments provided by BPI (Building Performance Institute) accredited contractors. Provides suggestions on improving the energy efficiency of you home, information on green energy, applicable rebates and incentives, financing options as well as a list of qualified, licensed contractors.

To explore, enjoy and protect the wild places of the Earth to practice and promote the responsible use of the Earth's ecosystems and resources to educate and enlist humanity to protect and restore the quality of the natural and human environment and to use all lawful means to carry out these objectives. See website for additional information and contact information.

Offers Greenbelt Trail, which is a walking and hiking trail, soccer field, canoes and kayak launching and rental programs marina (call for details), fishing, bird watching, history tours, activity room for children, gardens, and guided tours. The park is a designated State Bird Conservation Area.

A professional organization sponsoring project to improve both business and environmental conditions by balancing social, economic and environmental concerns. Works to balance recreational and economic needs while conserving and restoring the Earth's cultural and ecological biodiversity; cooperates with and directly supports park and protected area managers; and disseminates information, develops and provides experiential learning opportunities, and involves local municipalities and the general public in good stewardship practices.

Assists homeowners in applying to participate in the Home Performance with Energy Star program from the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority, which is designed to make energy bills more affordable and homes more comfortable.

These programs aim to engage and inspire residents, businesses, and municipalities, throughout the Town of North Hempstead, to participate in actions that will foster ecological balance, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and help North Hempstead adapt to a changing climate, ensuring a healthy, resilient community now and in the future. Includes: Home Sustainability Workshops Rain Barrel and Composter Sales Climate Action Protecting Pollinators - Take the Pollinator Pledge! Monarch Butterfly Conservation Native Plants Tree Conservation Long Island Green Homes Tips for Sustainable Living Stormwater Management Education

Conserves Long Island's working farms, natural lands, and heritage for our communities now and the future

Protects the plants, animals and natural communities that represent the diversity of life on Earth by preserving the lands and waters they need to survive. Meetings are held the 2nd Monday of the month at Village Hall. Call for more information.

Protects the plants, animals and natural communities that represent the diversity of life on Earth by preserving the lands and waters they need to survive. Call for more information.