At least 18 train cars derail near Albany; no spill reported:
Officials say the accident occurred near the CSX yard that houses a large number of oil trains
Bio: Scott Waldman reports on state politics for Capital, with a focus on energy and the environment.
Officials say the accident occurred near the CSX yard that houses a large number of oil trains
Governor has said he will not make a decision on fracking until the state health department completes the health study
County not notified for about five hours
The first round of clean energy projects supported by the state's $1 billion Green Bank initiative include a commercial solar installation, energy equipment and statewide energy efficiency efforts.
Capital Real Estate: The balancing act between luxury and affordable development
Capital Energy: N.Y. request to North Dakota
Environmental groups are asking the state Department of Environmental Conservation to halt the movement of oil trains through New York.
New York Energy Manager will monitor energy usage at 3,000 facilities
Top Cuomo administration officials sent a letter of support to North Dakota Governor Jack Dalrymple in support of a proposed law that would require oil producers to remove volatile gases from Bakken crude before it is shipped by rail.