Sustainable Jersey
@sustainablejersey.bsky.social
A nonprofit, nonpartisan organization that provides tools, training and financial incentives to support communities as they pursue sustainability programs. https://www.SustainableJersey.com and https://www.SustainableJerseySchools.com
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New Sustainability Hero: Congratulations, Nicole Sauer!
Read more: bit.ly/SJ_Hero_Oct2...
“The best part of my day is when I get to take the kids outside and they can get their hands in the dirt and their heads out of their screens.”
#SJHero #SJGrants
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“The best part of my day is when I get to take the kids outside and they can get their hands in the dirt and their heads out of their screens.”
#SJHero #SJGrants
October 7, 2026 at 3:09 PM
New Sustainability Hero: Congratulations, Nicole Sauer!
Read more: bit.ly/SJ_Hero_Oct2...
“The best part of my day is when I get to take the kids outside and they can get their hands in the dirt and their heads out of their screens.”
#SJHero #SJGrants
Read more: bit.ly/SJ_Hero_Oct2...
“The best part of my day is when I get to take the kids outside and they can get their hands in the dirt and their heads out of their screens.”
#SJHero #SJGrants
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The City of Trenton #NJ is hiring a #ClimateResilience Officer! Check it out and share.
This position is funded through the @dep.nj.gov #CZM Building a #ClimateReady NJ initiative. Led by @sustainablejersey.bsky.social the Urban CRO pilot program will fund CROs in 6 cities to build local capacity.
This position is funded through the @dep.nj.gov #CZM Building a #ClimateReady NJ initiative. Led by @sustainablejersey.bsky.social the Urban CRO pilot program will fund CROs in 6 cities to build local capacity.
Environmental Specialist (Climate Resilience Officer - CRO) - Trenton, NJ 08608 - Indeed.com
City of Trenton
www.indeed.com
October 3, 2026 at 3:36 PM
The City of Trenton #NJ is hiring a #ClimateResilience Officer! Check it out and share.
This position is funded through the @dep.nj.gov #CZM Building a #ClimateReady NJ initiative. Led by @sustainablejersey.bsky.social the Urban CRO pilot program will fund CROs in 6 cities to build local capacity.
This position is funded through the @dep.nj.gov #CZM Building a #ClimateReady NJ initiative. Led by @sustainablejersey.bsky.social the Urban CRO pilot program will fund CROs in 6 cities to build local capacity.
The Sustainable Jersey Annual Luncheon takes place Tuesday, November 17, from 11:00 AM to 1:30 PM, on the first day of the New Jersey League of Municipalities Conference—the largest municipal conference in the country.
Register: bit.ly/SJ_AnnualLun...
Register: bit.ly/SJ_AnnualLun...
October 5, 2026 at 3:05 PM
The Sustainable Jersey Annual Luncheon takes place Tuesday, November 17, from 11:00 AM to 1:30 PM, on the first day of the New Jersey League of Municipalities Conference—the largest municipal conference in the country.
Register: bit.ly/SJ_AnnualLun...
Register: bit.ly/SJ_AnnualLun...
Milltown Public Schools is using school climate data to understand what is working, identify opportunities for improvement, and strengthen relationships, student voice, belonging, and engagement.
Read the full story: www.sustainablejersey.com/news/newslet...
Read the full story: www.sustainablejersey.com/news/newslet...
October 5, 2026 at 1:30 PM
Milltown Public Schools is using school climate data to understand what is working, identify opportunities for improvement, and strengthen relationships, student voice, belonging, and engagement.
Read the full story: www.sustainablejersey.com/news/newslet...
Read the full story: www.sustainablejersey.com/news/newslet...
Reserve Your Spot: 2026 Sustainable Jersey Annual Luncheon
Register: bit.ly/SJ_AnnualLun...
Tuesday, November 17, 2026
Atlantic City Convention Center, Hall A, 2nd floor (New Location)
Register: bit.ly/SJ_AnnualLun...
Tuesday, November 17, 2026
Atlantic City Convention Center, Hall A, 2nd floor (New Location)
September 27, 2026 at 6:58 PM
Reserve Your Spot: 2026 Sustainable Jersey Annual Luncheon
Register: bit.ly/SJ_AnnualLun...
Tuesday, November 17, 2026
Atlantic City Convention Center, Hall A, 2nd floor (New Location)
Register: bit.ly/SJ_AnnualLun...
Tuesday, November 17, 2026
Atlantic City Convention Center, Hall A, 2nd floor (New Location)
#SJGrants “Learning outdoors is known to have many benefits,” Del Vechio explained to TAPinto Hackensack. “Spending time outdoors in nature has been shown to improve focus and attention and enhance students’ social-emotional well-being.”
#SJgrants funded by NJEA
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#SJgrants funded by NJEA
www.tapinto.net/towns/hacken...
Fairmount Elementary Green Team Announces Outdoor Classroom
The Fairmount Elementary School Green Team in Hackensack is excited to announce the opening of its Outdoor Classroom. The school community is grateful to have received a $10,000 grant through...
www.tapinto.net
September 15, 2026 at 8:58 PM
#SJGrants “Learning outdoors is known to have many benefits,” Del Vechio explained to TAPinto Hackensack. “Spending time outdoors in nature has been shown to improve focus and attention and enhance students’ social-emotional well-being.”
#SJgrants funded by NJEA
www.tapinto.net/towns/hacken...
#SJgrants funded by NJEA
www.tapinto.net/towns/hacken...
Registration is now open for the 2026 Sustainable Jersey Annual Luncheon.
Register: bit.ly/SJ_AnnualLun...
Tuesday, November 17, 2026
LOCATION: Atlantic City Convention Center, Hall A
We can't wait to see you in Atlantic City!
Register: bit.ly/SJ_AnnualLun...
Tuesday, November 17, 2026
LOCATION: Atlantic City Convention Center, Hall A
We can't wait to see you in Atlantic City!
September 10, 2026 at 2:50 PM
Registration is now open for the 2026 Sustainable Jersey Annual Luncheon.
Register: bit.ly/SJ_AnnualLun...
Tuesday, November 17, 2026
LOCATION: Atlantic City Convention Center, Hall A
We can't wait to see you in Atlantic City!
Register: bit.ly/SJ_AnnualLun...
Tuesday, November 17, 2026
LOCATION: Atlantic City Convention Center, Hall A
We can't wait to see you in Atlantic City!
NEWS: 170 NJ Schools Earn Sustainable Jersey for Schools Certification
Read the full announcement: bit.ly/NEWS_Certifi...
A special congratulations to the 22 schools that also earned Digital Schools Star Recognition.
Read the full announcement: bit.ly/NEWS_Certifi...
A special congratulations to the 22 schools that also earned Digital Schools Star Recognition.
September 9, 2026 at 2:17 PM
NEWS: 170 NJ Schools Earn Sustainable Jersey for Schools Certification
Read the full announcement: bit.ly/NEWS_Certifi...
A special congratulations to the 22 schools that also earned Digital Schools Star Recognition.
Read the full announcement: bit.ly/NEWS_Certifi...
A special congratulations to the 22 schools that also earned Digital Schools Star Recognition.
New Sustainability Hero: Congratulations Amy Menzel!
Read more: bit.ly/SJ_Hero_Sep2...
#SJHero #SJGrants #SJHubs
Read more: bit.ly/SJ_Hero_Sep2...
#SJHero #SJGrants #SJHubs
September 6, 2026 at 5:32 PM
New Sustainability Hero: Congratulations Amy Menzel!
Read more: bit.ly/SJ_Hero_Sep2...
#SJHero #SJGrants #SJHubs
Read more: bit.ly/SJ_Hero_Sep2...
#SJHero #SJGrants #SJHubs
"As a longtime participant in the Sustainable Jersey program, Hillsborough is committed to implementing projects that demonstrate how thoughtful planning can improve both our environment and quality of life," said Ball, the assistant planner and sustainability program manager.
#sjgrants
#sjgrants
Hillsborough Receives Sustainable Jersey Grant For Willow Road Study
The $2,000 grant will fund a green infrastructure feasibility study on township open space.
patch.com
July 30, 2026 at 3:05 PM
"As a longtime participant in the Sustainable Jersey program, Hillsborough is committed to implementing projects that demonstrate how thoughtful planning can improve both our environment and quality of life," said Ball, the assistant planner and sustainability program manager.
#sjgrants
#sjgrants
SustainableEHC and Sustainable Jersey recently co-hosted a virtual presentation to share findings from Egg Harbor City’s Climate Change-Related Hazard Vulnerability Assessment (CCRHVA) and hear from residents.
Read more about the assessment and community discussion!
Read more about the assessment and community discussion!
Sustainable Jersey partners with EHC to mitigate climate change effects
SustainableEHC and Sustainable Jersey completed a vulnerability assessment showing how Egg Harbor City’s environment and infrastructure face threats from climate change. Solutions such as permeable pa...
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July 16, 2026 at 4:08 PM
SustainableEHC and Sustainable Jersey recently co-hosted a virtual presentation to share findings from Egg Harbor City’s Climate Change-Related Hazard Vulnerability Assessment (CCRHVA) and hear from residents.
Read more about the assessment and community discussion!
Read more about the assessment and community discussion!
This week Sustainable Jersey staff are busy reviewing school certification applications. We love this photo submitted by Cedar Creek HS in the Greater Egg Harbor School District as part of their documentation for the Sustainable Jersey for Schools action, Onsite Renewable Generation System – Solar.
July 1, 2026 at 6:29 PM
This week Sustainable Jersey staff are busy reviewing school certification applications. We love this photo submitted by Cedar Creek HS in the Greater Egg Harbor School District as part of their documentation for the Sustainable Jersey for Schools action, Onsite Renewable Generation System – Solar.
What happens to surplus food in school cafeterias? In Metuchen Public Schools, it's helping feed the community instead of ending up in a landfill.
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#SustainableNJ #SustainabilityInAction #FoodRecovery
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#SustainableNJ #SustainabilityInAction #FoodRecovery
June 29, 2026 at 7:54 PM
What happens to surplus food in school cafeterias? In Metuchen Public Schools, it's helping feed the community instead of ending up in a landfill.
www.sustainablejersey.com/news/newslet...
#SustainableNJ #SustainabilityInAction #FoodRecovery
www.sustainablejersey.com/news/newslet...
#SustainableNJ #SustainabilityInAction #FoodRecovery
Stafford Township is strengthening coastal resilience with better local flood monitoring.
Read more: www.sustainablejersey.com/news/newslet...
Grants: www.sustainablejersey.com/grants/susta...
Read more: www.sustainablejersey.com/news/newslet...
Grants: www.sustainablejersey.com/grants/susta...
June 26, 2026 at 1:56 PM
Stafford Township is strengthening coastal resilience with better local flood monitoring.
Read more: www.sustainablejersey.com/news/newslet...
Grants: www.sustainablejersey.com/grants/susta...
Read more: www.sustainablejersey.com/news/newslet...
Grants: www.sustainablejersey.com/grants/susta...
This week, the Sustainable Jersey team was on-site in West Windsor Township filming a video on the benefits of a free home energy assessment, as part of the Township’s newly launched residential energy saving campaign. energyoutreachnj.com/westwindsor
#PartnersInEnergyEfficiency
#PartnersInEnergyEfficiency
June 23, 2026 at 9:14 PM
This week, the Sustainable Jersey team was on-site in West Windsor Township filming a video on the benefits of a free home energy assessment, as part of the Township’s newly launched residential energy saving campaign. energyoutreachnj.com/westwindsor
#PartnersInEnergyEfficiency
#PartnersInEnergyEfficiency
Read the Sustainable Jersey newsletter: conta.cc/4aBYs9u
The latest Sustainability in Action newsletter highlights inspiring local success stories, including:
The latest Sustainability in Action newsletter highlights inspiring local success stories, including:
June 22, 2026 at 4:39 PM
Read the Sustainable Jersey newsletter: conta.cc/4aBYs9u
The latest Sustainability in Action newsletter highlights inspiring local success stories, including:
The latest Sustainability in Action newsletter highlights inspiring local success stories, including:
NEWS: Sustainable Jersey Awards More Than $300,000 in Grants to 56 Municipalities and Schools; PSEG Foundation funding supports environmental education, climate resilience, green infrastructure, food waste reduction, and community engagement projects across 16 counties
bit.ly/News_SJGrant...
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June 15, 2026 at 4:14 PM
NEWS: Sustainable Jersey Awards More Than $300,000 in Grants to 56 Municipalities and Schools; PSEG Foundation funding supports environmental education, climate resilience, green infrastructure, food waste reduction, and community engagement projects across 16 counties
bit.ly/News_SJGrant...
bit.ly/News_SJGrant...
“Whether it’s a rain garden, a composting program, or a municipal efficiency project, these initiatives do more than address local challenges—they help communities discover what’s possible when people work together to create lasting change.” Randy Solomon, Sustainable Jersey
#sjgrants
#sjgrants
June 15, 2026 at 3:03 PM
“Whether it’s a rain garden, a composting program, or a municipal efficiency project, these initiatives do more than address local challenges—they help communities discover what’s possible when people work together to create lasting change.” Randy Solomon, Sustainable Jersey
#sjgrants
#sjgrants
Big news today—it's grant announcement day!
We're excited to reveal the 56 schools and municipalities receiving a Sustainable Jersey grant funded by the PSEG Foundation. #sjgrants @psegdelivers.bsky.social
We're excited to reveal the 56 schools and municipalities receiving a Sustainable Jersey grant funded by the PSEG Foundation. #sjgrants @psegdelivers.bsky.social
June 15, 2026 at 2:21 PM
Big news today—it's grant announcement day!
We're excited to reveal the 56 schools and municipalities receiving a Sustainable Jersey grant funded by the PSEG Foundation. #sjgrants @psegdelivers.bsky.social
We're excited to reveal the 56 schools and municipalities receiving a Sustainable Jersey grant funded by the PSEG Foundation. #sjgrants @psegdelivers.bsky.social
Join Sustainable Jersey at the 2026 NJ Planning & Redevelopment Conference! Our Policy & Planning team will be sharing insights on complete streets and climate resilience:
June 11 : 🔴Learn more: site.pheedloop.com/event/njprc2...
June 12 :
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June 12 :
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June 10, 2026 at 7:13 PM
Join Sustainable Jersey at the 2026 NJ Planning & Redevelopment Conference! Our Policy & Planning team will be sharing insights on complete streets and climate resilience:
June 11 : 🔴Learn more: site.pheedloop.com/event/njprc2...
June 12 :
🔴Learn more: site.pheedloop.com/event/njprc2...
June 11 : 🔴Learn more: site.pheedloop.com/event/njprc2...
June 12 :
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New Sustainability Hero: Congratulations Shaina Brenner!
🟢Read more: bit.ly/SJ_Hero_June...
#SJHero #SJGrants
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#SJHero #SJGrants
June 9, 2026 at 2:23 PM
New Sustainability Hero: Congratulations Shaina Brenner!
🟢Read more: bit.ly/SJ_Hero_June...
#SJHero #SJGrants
🟢Read more: bit.ly/SJ_Hero_June...
#SJHero #SJGrants
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About a dozen sixth-graders from Reading-Fleming Intermediate School released more than 70 rainbow trout into the South Branch of the Raritan River.
The release was the culminating activity of Trout in the Classroom supported by a Sustainable Jersey grant. #SJgrants
About a dozen sixth-graders from Reading-Fleming Intermediate School released more than 70 rainbow trout into the South Branch of the Raritan River.
The release was the culminating activity of Trout in the Classroom supported by a Sustainable Jersey grant. #SJgrants
Flemington Students Release 70 Trout Into Raritan River After 7 Months Raising Them
The Reading-Fleming Intermediate School program combined science, art and pen pals, and produced a student favorite named Pikachu.
patch.com
June 5, 2026 at 7:25 PM
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About a dozen sixth-graders from Reading-Fleming Intermediate School released more than 70 rainbow trout into the South Branch of the Raritan River.
The release was the culminating activity of Trout in the Classroom supported by a Sustainable Jersey grant. #SJgrants
About a dozen sixth-graders from Reading-Fleming Intermediate School released more than 70 rainbow trout into the South Branch of the Raritan River.
The release was the culminating activity of Trout in the Classroom supported by a Sustainable Jersey grant. #SJgrants
“We are thrilled with the new trees,” said Cecilia Birge, Principal at Princeton High School.
#njtreesforschools @njdep.bsky.social
This effort was possible due to a $92,125 grant from Trees for Schools. www.tapinto.net/towns/prince...
#njtreesforschools @njdep.bsky.social
This effort was possible due to a $92,125 grant from Trees for Schools. www.tapinto.net/towns/prince...
Princeton School District Plants 90 Trees Across Six Campuses
The school district has been working hard to plant 90 trees across six school campuses. The district planted eighteen different species of trees, including mapl
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May 24, 2026 at 5:49 PM
“We are thrilled with the new trees,” said Cecilia Birge, Principal at Princeton High School.
#njtreesforschools @njdep.bsky.social
This effort was possible due to a $92,125 grant from Trees for Schools. www.tapinto.net/towns/prince...
#njtreesforschools @njdep.bsky.social
This effort was possible due to a $92,125 grant from Trees for Schools. www.tapinto.net/towns/prince...
How can NJ better protect unhoused communities during extreme heat events?
Join the IAC & HCDNNJ on June 3 (11 am–12 pm EST) for Extreme Heat and Protecting New Jersey’s Unhoused.
Learn more and register: dep.nj.gov/heat-unhoused/
#ExtremeHeat #ClimateResilience #NJClimate
Join the IAC & HCDNNJ on June 3 (11 am–12 pm EST) for Extreme Heat and Protecting New Jersey’s Unhoused.
Learn more and register: dep.nj.gov/heat-unhoused/
#ExtremeHeat #ClimateResilience #NJClimate
May 21, 2026 at 7:32 PM
How can NJ better protect unhoused communities during extreme heat events?
Join the IAC & HCDNNJ on June 3 (11 am–12 pm EST) for Extreme Heat and Protecting New Jersey’s Unhoused.
Learn more and register: dep.nj.gov/heat-unhoused/
#ExtremeHeat #ClimateResilience #NJClimate
Join the IAC & HCDNNJ on June 3 (11 am–12 pm EST) for Extreme Heat and Protecting New Jersey’s Unhoused.
Learn more and register: dep.nj.gov/heat-unhoused/
#ExtremeHeat #ClimateResilience #NJClimate