Welcome
Our planet is experiencing more intense heat, bigger storms, longer droughts, increased flooding, raging wildfires, melting glaciers, and rising sea levels. And yes, man-made greenhouse gases are the major reason our climate is changing. The Town of Hyde Park adopted in 2015 the New York State Climate Smart Communities Pledge in recognition of the risks climate change presents to infrastructure, private property, economic activity and natural resources in our town. Participation in the New York State Climate Smart Communities (CSC) program increases Town access to grants and other resources.Our response to Climate Change provides an opportunity to:
- Save money.
- Increase the availability of clean, cheap, renewable energy.
- Build livable & secure communities.
- Start and support climate change responsive business and industry.
- Improve infrastructure resilience.
- Increase access to State grants and other resources.
What Can You Do?
Electric School Buses. On May 20th, Hyde Park voters rejected the opportunity to buy 9 Electric school buses and chargers at a cost of $0 after grants. Compared to the cost of 7 gas/diesel buses after grants at $406,000.
Here are some facts about those buses.
2025-2026 Budget Flyer.
Your questions and concerns answered — Slides from May 15 Library Info Session.
Dutchess County Board of Health Passed a Resolution Encouraging Electric School Bus Use.
Read about all the Myths surrounding Electric Vehicles.
Electric Buses weigh little more than gas buses.
More FAQs from NYS about Electric Buses.
More about Electric Buses.
Do you have a malfunctioning street light? Here's how to report it to Central Hudson so they can fix it.
Our EV Campaign is encouraging Hyde Park residents to consider an EV. Learn how an energy-efficient and quiet electric car may fit your lifestyle.
Heat Pumps are a great way to stay warm for less money, even in our cold upstate NY winters. Learn more about how energy-efficient electric cooling and heating may be right for your home or business.
Clean energy jobs are growing quickly in NY state. Read the Report.
Pope Francis urges the world to act on the climate crisis.
Upcoming Events
What have we been up to...
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Bike Repair station donated by Climate Smart Hyde Park, installed at Farm Lane trail head. June 2025
Richard Mattocks donates electric yard equipment from the Hyde Park Climate Smart committee to the DC SPCA on July 11, 2024.
