New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection Press Releases - EIN Presswire

Published on June 10, 2020 - 17:22 GMT

DEP Accepting Nominations through July 31 for Annual Program to Honor People, Organizations for Excellence in Recycling (20/P028)

(20/P028) TRENTON – Nominations are being accepted in 10 categories for an annual recognition program to celebrate individuals, businesses and governments for extraordinary commitment to recycling, and inspire similar efforts by others, New Jersey …

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Published on June 8, 2020 - 18:30 GMT

To Protect Public Safety and the Coastal Resources that Protect Against Storms, DEP Orders North Wildwood to Stop Work Being ...

(20/P027) TRENTON –The Department of Environmental Protection has issued two Notices of Violation to the City of North Wildwood, requiring it to stop development activities being conducted without required DEP permits, including the destruction of …

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Published on June 6, 2020 - 17:42 GMT

DEP Announces Free Fishing Day to Be Held Saturday, June 6 (20/P026)

(20/P026) TRENTON – New anglers and those already hooked on fishing are encouraged to visit their favorite waterway on Saturday, June 6 for the first Free Fishing Day of the year, Department of Environmental Protection Commissioner Catherine R. McCabe …

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Published on June 4, 2020 - 17:51 GMT

Affirming National Leadership Role, New Jersey Publishes Formal Stringent Drinking Water Standards for PFOA and PFOS (20/P025)

(20/P025) TRENTON – The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection today officially published its adoption of stringent, health-based drinking water standards for perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) and perfluorooctane sulfonic acid (PFOS), chemicals that …

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Published on June 1, 2020 - 19:19 GMT

Reminder for Visitors: Swimming Closed at State-Owned Beaches, Lakes; Visitors Encouraged to "Mask Up!" for Safety (20/P024)

Contact: Caryn Shinske (609) 984-1795 Lawrence Hajna (609) 292-2994 (20/P024) TRENTON – Swimming at state-owned ocean and lake beaches this weekend will remain closed, but visitors are welcome to enjoy passive recreation while maintaining a 6-foot social …

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Published on May 23, 2020 - 17:43 GMT

DEP Provides Enhanced Guidance on Harmful Algal Blooms With Development of Color-Coded Public Health Alert Index (20/P023)

(20/P023) TRENTON – The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection today announced that it has developed a color-coded health alert index to provide the public with strong and clear guidance on suitable recreational activities in freshwater lakes …

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Published on May 21, 2020 - 16:08 GMT

DEP Launches "Mask Up!" Campaign (20/P022)

(20/P022) TRENTON – As part of the state’s efforts to reduce the spread of COVID-19, the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection has released a communications toolkit to strongly encourage the public to wear face coverings when visiting the …

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Published on May 20, 2020 - 16:26 GMT

DEP Commissioner McCabe Reminds Public on Rules for Visiting State Parks and Forests During COVID-19 Outbreak (20/P021)

Contact: Lawrence Hajna (609) 984-1795 Caryn Shinske (609) 292-2994 (20/P021) TRENTON – Department of Environmental Protection Commissioner Catherine R. McCabe today strongly reminded visitors to state parks and forests of the urgent need to follow social …

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Published on May 9, 2020 - 15:56 GMT

Department of Environmental Protection Extends Public Comment Periods on Permit Applications to Ensure Meaningful Public ...

(20/P020) TRENTON – As part of New Jersey’s response to COVID-19, New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection Commissioner Catherine R. McCabe signed an administrative order today that extends deadlines for public comment on applications for certain …

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Published on May 5, 2020 - 18:41 GMT

Commissioner McCabe Marks Air Quality Awareness Week by Affirming State's Commitment to Cleaner Air and Addressing Climate Change (...

(20/P019) TRENTON – Department of Environmental Protection Commissioner Catherine R. McCabe is marking Air Quality Awareness Week by affirming the state’s commitment to cleaner air and addressing climate change caused by greenhouse gas emissions. She also …

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Published on April 22, 2020 - 14:03 GMT

New Jersey To Invest Nearly $45 Million in Electrification of Transportation Sector; Focus on Air Quality Improvements in ...

(20/P018) TRENTON – In celebration of Earth Day and building off last week’s release of the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative Strategic Funding Plan, New Jersey will additionally invest nearly $45 million to reduce greenhouse gases produced by the …

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Published on April 22, 2020 - 10:56 GMT

To Celebrate Earth Day, DEP Launches Online Stay-At-Home Activities, Learning Tools and Virtual Park Visits (20/P017)

(20/P017) TRENTON – To celebrate Earth Day and its 50th birthday, the Department of Environmental Protection is introducing new online resources, including stay-at-home activities, virtual tours of state parks and distance-learning opportunities. The …

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Published on April 17, 2020 - 14:04 GMT

Murphy Administration Releases RGGI Strategic Funding Plan; Announces New Investments in Climate Change Reduction, Environmental ...

(20/P016) TRENTON – The Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), Board of Public Utilities (BPU) and Economic Development Authority (EDA) today released a strategic funding plan for investing the state’s auction proceeds from the Regional Greenhouse …

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Published on April 16, 2020 - 20:58 GMT

With Peak Wildfire Season Underway, DEP Promotes Fire Safety, Files Charges After Investigation of Massive 2019 Pinelands Fire (20/...

(20/P015) TRENTON – Now that peak wildfire season is underway in New Jersey, the State Forest Fire Service is reminding residents how they can help to avoid forest fires, which are almost always caused by people. The Forest Fire Service also announced the …

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Published on April 13, 2020 - 20:07 GMT

Statement of DEP Commissioner Catherine R. McCabe on the Closure of State Parks & Forests during Covid-19 Outbreak

DEP takes seriously its many responsibilities to protect the environment and public health, and to act as steward of the public parks, forests and other state lands that are so important to the people of New Jersey. Temporarily closing the parks and …

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Published on April 7, 2020 - 21:23 GMT

All State Parks & Forests Closed to Help Further Limit the Spread of Covid-19 (20/P012)

(20/P012) TRENTON – To limit the spread of COVID-19 and ensure social distancing, DEP will close all state parks and forests effective at 8:00 p.m. today, Commissioner Catherine R. McCabe announced today. State parks and forests will remain closed until …

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Published on April 7, 2020 - 21:23 GMT

DEP Adopts New Protections for 600 Miles of Rivers and Streams (20/P013)

(20/P013) TRENTON –Department of Environmental Protection Commissioner Catherine R. McCabe today announced that 600 miles of New Jersey rivers and streams will be upgraded to Category One (or C1) status, the State’s first such upgrade in over a decade. …

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Published on March 26, 2020 - 19:05 GMT

DEP Offers Seven Tips for Social Distancing While Visiting New Jersey’s State Parks and Natural Areas (20/P011)

(20/P011) TRENTON – New Jersey residents visiting state parks, forests and wildlife management areas are urged to follow specific practices to promote social distancing and prevent the further spread of COVID-19, Department of Environmental Protection …

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Published on March 16, 2020 - 17:55 GMT

Open Spaces at State Parks and Wildlife Management Areas Available for Passive Recreation; Enclosed Facilities, Campgrounds at ...

(20/P010) TRENTON ––Department of Environmental Protection Commissioner Catherine R. McCabe announced today that public may still access the State Parks, forests, recreation areas and Wildlife Management Areas, including roads, parking areas, trails, lakes …

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Published on March 10, 2020 - 18:45 GMT

DEP Approves $2.5 Million for Projects to Evaluate Innovative Harmful Algal Bloom Mitigation and Prevention Strategies (20/P009)

(20/P009) TRENTON – The Department of Environmental Protection has awarded $2.5 million in grants for nine local demonstration projects that will implement and evaluate innovative technologies to mitigate and prevent harmful algal blooms in the state, …

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