Scott Waldman
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.
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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
Cuomo: Fracking study due at end of the year
Governor has said he will not make a decision on fracking until the state health department completes the health study
Oil train shipper has propane spill in Albany
County not notified for about five hours
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Green Bank expands state’s renewable energy projects
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.
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Capital Real Estate: The balancing act between luxury and affordable development
Capital Real Estate: The balancing act between luxury and affordable development
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Capital Energy: N.Y. request to North Dakota
Capital Energy: N.Y. request to North Dakota
Green groups ask state to halt oil trains
Environmental groups are asking the state Department of Environmental Conservation to halt the movement of oil trains through New York.
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New system designed to reduce energy waste at state buildings
New York Energy Manager will monitor energy usage at 3,000 facilities
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Cuomo officials ask North Dakota to reduce crude-oil volatility
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.