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Journalism students at Rowan University explore climate change on a local level.
Fast fashion is a serious issue. 🌍 92M tons of textile waste each year, with the average piece worn just 7 times. Only 1% gets recycled. Let's change the narrative! #SustainableFashion #SouthJersey
September 24, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Support sustainable fishing in South Jersey! 🌊🐟 Start by knowing the source of your seafood. #SouthJersey #SustainableFishing #OceanConservation
September 16, 2026 at 4:00 PM
SJCN students don't just report on the environment; they experience it! 🌍 Check out where our reporters have been this year. #SouthJersey #StudentJournalism
September 7, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Last big beach weekend of the summer. Four easy ways to leave the Jersey Shore better than you found it. #SouthJersey #JerseyShore
September 2, 2026 at 4:01 PM
Did you know that traditional farming can harm our soil? 😱 Regenerative farming is changing the game! 🌱✨ It restores soil health and captures carbon from the air! 🌍❤️ #RegenerativeAgriculture #SouthJerseyScience #SoilHealth #FoodSystems #ClimateTok #SJCN #LocalFood
August 19, 2026 at 9:00 PM
🌊 Did you know NJ is home to over 50 artificial reef sites? 🐠✨ Discover the amazing organizations dedicated to their protection! 💪 #ArtificialReefs #SouthJerseyScience #NJWildlife #CoastalResilience #ClimateTok #SJCN #ResourceMonday
August 13, 2026 at 10:00 PM
That monarch in your yard isn't just a butterfly! 🦋 It's the only pollinator making a 3,000-mile migration this fall! 🌍✨ We’re losing more than just a butterfly; it's the whole migration! 😢 #MonarchButterfly #Pollinators #SouthJerseyScience #ClimateTok #NJWildlife #SJCN
August 10, 2026 at 10:01 PM
Paul Stankard captures the beauty of a petal's translucence in glass. "I'm not God. I can't make flowers. But I can interpret what God made." Watch nature transform into art! #ArtTok #GlassArt #Nature #Artist #Creative #Handmade #ArtisanCraft #SJCN
July 16, 2026 at 9:02 PM
New Jersey's rainfall is getting heavier due to climate change. If you hike, you've probably seen more mud, erosion, and standing water. What changes have you noticed on YOUR favorite trail? Share your observations! 🌧️👣 #NJTrails #ClimateChange #Hiking #TrailTalk #Community #ClimateAction #SJCNHike
July 13, 2026 at 10:00 PM
Did you know? Spotting a monarch butterfly in South Jersey? It's preparing for a 3,000-mile journey to Mexico this fall! But the mountain peaks where they hibernate are warming up. #MonarchButterfly #SouthJerseyScience #ClimateTok #NJWildlife #SJCN #Migration
July 8, 2026 at 2:01 PM
The monarch butterfly population has dropped by 80% in just 20 years! 🦋💔 Here are five reasons why, and how South Jersey can help make a difference. 🌿✨ #MonarchButterfly #SouthJerseyScience #ClimateTok #Pollinators #SaveTheMonarchs #SJCN #NJWildlife
July 7, 2026 at 11:00 PM
Understand what excellence means for exceptional art! Paul Stankard's utility room is where the magic happens, attracting collectors globally. Excellence takes effort, but it’s worth it! #ArtTok #GlassArt #Excellence #Artist #SouthJerseyArtist #Handmade #Creative #SJCN
July 1, 2026 at 10:02 PM
9,000 tons of clothing end up in landfills each year, 76 pounds per person. Fast fashion is a major issue. Your choices can make a difference! Shop less, choose quality, buy secondhand, and support sustainable designers. 🌍✨
#SustainableFashion #TextileWaste #ClimateAction #ShoppingTips #EcoFashion
June 28, 2026 at 10:00 PM
Thomas Roe transforms thrifted fabrics from FABSCRAP into unique designs. Fast fashion harms our planet. Embrace sustainable fashion by supporting conscious creators! #SustainableFashion #EcoDesigner #FashionTok #SustainableLiving #GreenFashion #ThriftFashion #IndieDesigner #SJCN
June 25, 2026 at 9:02 PM
New Jersey is warming faster than the Northeast.
Heat waves + hiking = dangerous.
Check the forecast. Plan for cooler days. Pack water. Know the signs. Stay safe on the trail.
#HikingSafety #NJTrails #HeatWave #ClimateAction #TrailTips #Hiking #SJCNHike
June 18, 2026 at 9:00 PM
9,000 tons of clothing end up in landfills yearly. FABSCRAP is changing that, rescuing over a million pounds of textile waste! Let’s support sustainable brands and choose wisely. 🌍💚 #SustainableFashion #TextileWaste #EcoFriendly #FashionTok #ClimateAction #ThriftStyle #GreenLiving #SJCN
June 15, 2026 at 10:02 PM
The Cohanzick Nature Reserve in Salem County shares Indigenous perspectives on living resourcefully with the land.
June 4, 2026 at 3:02 PM
A South Jersey woman trains therapy hens, including one named Sandy, through a handler certification program similar to therapy dog work. #SouthJersey #TherapyHens
June 1, 2026 at 3:02 PM
South Jersey Climate News is where journalism meets learning! 🌍📚 Students tackle real environmental issues while delivering trusted local news. #SJCN #StudentJournalism #PublicServiceJournalism #ClimateEducation #SouthJersey #Newsroom
May 29, 2026 at 1:00 PM
Tree growth reveals the rich history of our environment. 🌳 Dive into local stories with South Jersey Climate News! #SJCN #ForestGrowth #SouthJersey #NatureAndTime #EnvironmentalNews
May 26, 2026 at 6:02 PM
Reposted by South Jersey Climate News
This is my super cool PhD coworker!
Introducing Syl, the scientist walking from NYC to DC!

Along the way, he’ll meet w 🧪 to talk about why climate science matters for us, the environment, and the future.

He's also hand-delivering letters to Congress in support of science. Submit yours (using our template) at wclivestream.com/write
May 25, 2026 at 9:40 PM
Excellence in local news starts with education and context. At South Jersey Climate News, we learn and listen to the communities we serve. Follow us for fact-based coverage and community voices. #SouthJerseyClimate #LocalJournalism #ClimateReporting #NJNews #CommunityFirst #SJCN
May 22, 2026 at 1:00 PM
Protecting wetlands is about more than ecology. It’s about community, research, and long-term resilience.
The Wetlands Institute of Stone Harbor, NJ
May 20, 2026 at 11:00 PM
Spending time on the Cohansey Trails in Bridgeton is a reminder of how local landscapes influence how we feel and move through the world.
May 18, 2026 at 3:01 PM
Backyard hens can lay eggs, reduce food waste, help turn compost, and even become therapy animals. #SouthJersey #BackyardChickens
May 15, 2026 at 11:00 PM