EYE ON THE WEATHER: Powerful Storms Hit Tri-State | Forecast & Alerts | Check Radar | Submit Pictures

Solar

5 Boro Green Roof Garden on Randall's Island - April 18, 2013 (credit: Evan Bindelglass / CBSNewYork)

Inaccessible New York Earth Day Special: The 5 Boro Green Roof Garden

In our series, Inaccessible New York, we’ve been visiting places that are off limits to the public. Well, this one has a twist.

2013/04/22

Solar Panel (file / credit: clipart.com)

Some NJ Municipalities Want To Limit Solar Panels

Solar panels are still too expensive for most homeowners, but as prices drop many towns expect to see a flood residents looking line their rooftops to capture the sun’s energy.

2012/02/06

Solar-powered carport outside the H. Lee Dennison Building - Hauppauge, NY - Oct 13, 2011 (credit: Mike Xirinachs / WCBS 880)

Suffolk County Opens Solar Carport In Hauppauge

Suffolk County is continuing to try and lead the way in renewable energy with the opening of a new solar energy project in the county seat.

2011/10/13

The solar "field of dreams" at Point Lookout - Hempstead, NY - Sep 21, 2011 (credit: Sophia Hall / WCBS 880)

Hempstead Uses Solar To Cut Energy Bill At Building By 75 Percent

One town on Long Island has a taken a big leap into the green movement.

2011/09/21

Solar panels at William Paterson University - Wayne, NJ - Photo: William Paterson University

William Paterson Boasts Big New Solar Installation

One of the university’s main parking lots also has solar panels serving as carports to park under.

2010/10/29

Listen Live!

Follow CBS New York

Follow @CBSnewyork

New York City Guides

Tornado Relief

How to help the residents of Moore, Okla., after the deadly top-of-the-scale EF-5 twister.

Food & Drink

The latest on New York City’s diverse dining scene: Restaurant openings, the best meals, and fun takes on food.

Nightlife & Bars

From events to the latest cocktail creations, all you need to navigate the extensive NYC nightlife scene.

Family & Pets

Plan a weekend getaway with the kids, share tips with fellow parents or find a groomer that suits your pooch.

Summertime = Fun Time!

Help Shape The Debates

At Harmon Meadow 6/15