Highlights: Groundbreaking for new clean energy connector

In 2022, New York approved the Champlain Hudson Power Express, bringing more than 10 terawatt-hours of renewable energy from Hyrdo-Québec to New York City. In September 2023, construction in Astoria started on the station where this energy will connect to city systems.

Explainer: What is Hydropower?

In Astoria, Queens, an old fossil fuel plant is being transformed into a converter station for hydroelectric energy. But what is hydropower, exactly? Watch this explainer to get smart fast.

Interview: Community leader Costa Constantinides

Costa Constantinides, CEO of Astoria-based Variety Boys & Girls Club of Queens, passed landmark environmental legislation as a member of the New York City Council. Brightline 2040 sat down with him to learn how he continues to lead — and what it means for his community.