Go behind the scenes with executive editor Vernon Loeb and New York City reporter Lauren Dalban as they discuss what Mamdani’s election signals for climate issues in the Big Apple.

Climate activists celebrated Tuesday night as assemblymember Zohran Mamdani was elected mayor of New York City.

Mamdani, a previously obscure politician who rose to power through an unrelenting campaign for affordability, has vowed to address climate issues while in office — enforcing the city’s building decarbonization law, enacting his green school policy and handling the climate change-related issues residents often face, like flooding and extreme heat.

Lauren explains Mamdani’s record on climate issues to date, how climate activists played a role in his campaign and what they’ll be watching for as soon as he takes office.

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