Governor Hochul has made an outstanding choice in nominating Amanda Lefton to serve as the next Commissioner of the Department of Environmental Conservation. Ms. Lefton brings a wealth of experience in environmental and climate leadership at the state and federal levels, and she has a proven track record of advancing bold policies while engaging diverse stakeholders to drive progress.
Environmental Advocates NY has had the privilege of working with Ms. Lefton in her previous roles, and we know firsthand her deep commitment to protecting New York’s environment, tackling the climate crisis, and ensuring a just and equitable transition to clean energy. From her leadership at BOEM, where she helped launch a vitally important offshore wind industry, providing family-sustaining jobs and clean energy, to her work shaping New York’s environmental and energy policies including the landmark Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act, Ms. Lefton has demonstrated the vision and expertise necessary to take on the urgent challenges facing our state. We look forward to continuing our strong working relationship with her in this new role.
We also extend our deep gratitude to Sean Mahar for his steady leadership and dedication to DEC’s mission throughout this transition.
This is a critical moment for environmental policy in New York, and we are excited to collaborate with Commissioner-Designate Lefton to ensure a healthier, more sustainable future for all New Yorkers.
