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Q Florist is one of those cozy neighborhood shops that quietly preserve the authentic spirit of New York. It does so in a beautifully simple way - by offering flowers. For more than 50 years, New Yorkers have been coming here for floral arrangements and soaking in the shop’s...

A few centuries ago, New York was famous for its oysters. Today, it is increasingly known for grassroots environmental initiatives aimed at restoring this vital marine species. One of the most successful efforts is the Billion Oyster Project. Its goal is clear and ambitious: to restore one billion oysters...

Today, durable and stylish glass cookware is nothing out of the ordinary. But back in 1915, it was a true sensation. The breakthrough came from a New York based company, and the product was called Pyrex. Within just a few years, the brand became the No. 1 choice for...

He dedicated his life to finding, studying, and preserving the last wild places on the planet. Alan Rabinowitzwas a scientist who transformed the jaguar legend into scientific reality and a symbol of wild forest conservation. His life is the story of a man who didn't just observe nature but...

At first glance, New York City seems completely unsuitable for raising honeybees: skyscrapers abound, sidewalks are crowded, and there is hardly any open space. However, thousands of successful bee colonies are hidden on rooftops and in secluded backyards across all five boroughs. Here is on new-york.name an overview of...

She is one of those who openly declared that it is impossible to talk about climate change without mentioning racism and social inequality. As head of UPROSE, the oldest Latino environmental organization in Brooklyn, Elizabeth Yeampierre unites communities to defend not only the environment but also the right of...

Known for her determination and integrity, Peggy Shepard became one of the main voices for environmental justice in urban communities. She managed to transform the protest against systemic racism, which had poisoned the lives of poor neighborhoods for years, into a powerful movement. As co-founder and Executive Director of...

On May 21, 2025, New York took another giant step toward a clean future. Governor Kathy Hochul announced the launch of 26 large-scale renewable energy projects that will collectively provide over 2.5 gigawatts of clean electricity—enough to power more than 670,000 homes. This is a new-generation energy strategy designed to...

Throughout the 19th century, New York's Morgan Iron Works was a leading manufacturer of marine steam engines. Founded in 1838 as T. F. Secor & Co., it was later acquired and expanded by investor Charles Morgan. In its first three decades, the company produced over 140 engines. While not...

In 1901, a 58-year-old Henry Perky arrived at Niagara Falls with a mission: to build a new factory for his Natural Food Company. He was an energetic and resourceful man. Throughout his life, he had worked as a teacher, lawyer, and senator, helped build the Denver Central Railroad, and...