STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- New York has approved various permits for the controversial Northeast Supply Enhancement pipeline that had been denied three times in the past.

On Friday, the state Department of Environmental Conservation issued a Water Quality Certification, Excavation & Fill Permit and State Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permit for the NESE pipeline, which would include a 17.4-mile underwater segment through the Raritan and Lower New York bays, passing Staten Island’s shores.

“As Governor, a top priority is making sure the lights and heat stay on for all New Yorkers as we face potential energy shortages downstate as soon as next summer. We need to govern in reality,” Gov. Kathy Hochul said in a statement.

“We are facing war against clean energy from Washington Republ

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