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Our Mission

Established in March 2014, Long Island Businesses For Responsible Energy, Inc. (LIBFRE) is a non-profit 501 (c)4 corporation that aims to ensure that the future of Long Island utilities focuses on a safe and responsible energy infrastructure. LIBFRE supports an energy upgrade that preserves our health, safety, environment, property values, and historic and scenic vistas.

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Who We Are

Helene Forst, nominated by Senator Kenneth LaValle for Woman of Distinction, is a veteran teacher, an environmental activist, and a published author. She earned a B.A. at SUNY at Stony Brook graduating Magna Cum Laude, an M.A. from SUNY at Stony Brook in Liberal Studies graduating Summa Cum Laude, and an M.S. in Special Education . . . . . .

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Actions You Can Take

The option of underground power lines should be included within the permitting process for each and every power line upgrade or relocation across Long Island, and that each community must be given, up front, that option and the cost implications to the residents of each community at the beginning of the review process.” Our thanks to the Long Island Builders Institute for this . . .

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OUR PRESS

Town Joins Suit To Take Down Poles
Town Joins Suit Challenging PSEG Poles
A 21st Century Sustainable Energy Grid Update
Coalition Working for the Environment