(24/P020) TRENTON –New Jersey’s shore and lake communities are summer-season ready for visitors, Commissioner of Environmental Protection Shawn M. LaTourette said today during the State of the Shore event in Asbury Park that followed his annual observation …
(24/P018) TRENTON –The Department of Environmental Protection is now accepting nominations for its annual recycling awards program that honors individuals, agencies and businesses that are making a difference to advance recycling and sustainability in New …
(24/P017) TRENTON –On Friday, May 10, Governor Phil Murphy and Commissioner of Environmental Protection Shawn M. LaTourette announced the Administration’s intent to modernize a suite of DEP regulations to better protect New Jersey communities from coastal …
(24/P016) TRENTON –In its continuing commitment to expanding access to open space and recreation, the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection today hosted the third in a series of open house-style events to engage directly with the public and …
(24/P015) TRENTON –Building upon the Murphy Administration’s commitment to advancing environmental justice and addressing the impacts of climate change on public health, the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection today marked Arbor Day and …
(24/P014) TRENTON – Governor Phil Murphy and Environmental Protection Commissioner Shawn M. LaTourette today announced $117 million in recommended Green Acres funding for development and enhancement of parks and preservation of open space. Representing the …
(24/P013) TRENTON – To kick off the Murphy Administration’s celebration of Earth Week, New Jersey’s Interagency Council on Climate Resilience today released the draft Extreme Heat Resilience Action Plan for public review and feedback. The Extreme Heat …
(24/P012) TRENTON – As black bears emerge from their dens this spring, the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection is reminding residents and outdoor enthusiasts to take steps to reduce the potential for encounters, including reducing food …
Contact: Lawrence Hajna (609) 984-1795 Caryn Shinske (609) 984-1795 Vincent Grassi (609) 984-1795 (24/P011) TRENTON – Governor Phil Murphy and New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection Commissioner Shawn M. LaTourette issued the following …
(24/P010) TRENTON – As climate change leads to longer wildfire seasons, the NJDEP Forest Fire Service is providing more tools and resources than ever before to help the public understand and mitigate wildfire risk and have access to timely safety …
(24/P009) TRENTON – New Jersey waterways will be freshly stocked with more than 180,000 rainbow trout, as well as larger broodstock, for anglers eagerly awaiting the beginning of spring trout season on Saturday, April 6. Anglers of all ages are expected to …
TRENTON – New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection Commissioner Shawn M. LaTourette and New Jersey Board of Public Utilities President Christine Guhl-Sadovy today announced the award of nearly $3.7 million in funding for scientific research …
(24/P008) TRENTON – The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection Forest Fire Service and local officials today showcased a partnership with the Department of Defense that is helping to protect properties adjacent to military installations in the …
(24/P007) TRENTON – As part of its commitment to promoting sustainability and clean communities, the Murphy Administration is awarding nearly $16.2 million in grants to communities across the state to support waste reduction and recycling programs, …
(24/P006) TRENTON – The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection has begun accepting applications for more than 800 peak-season part-time jobs throughout state parks, forests and historic sites, Commissioner Shawn M. LaTourette announced today. …
(24/P005) TRENTON – The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection Forest Fire Service’s annual prescribed burning program is ramping up as part of a proactive strategy to mitigate the risk of more frequent and intense wildfires in a changing …
TRENTON — The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection will host a public meeting of the Liberty State Park (LSP) Design Task Force to discuss alternatives for potential active recreation, arts, and cultural amenities in LSP-North (Phase 1B), as …
(24/P004) TRENTON – The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection is seeking to partner with up to five community-based organizations for the fourth year of its successful Youth Inclusion Initiative to help young people in overburdened communities …
TRENTON – The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection today made available its draft Integrated Water Quality Assessment Report. The report shows improving and stabilizing conditions for key water quality parameters over time. A 30-day public …
(24/P003) TRENTON – The public is invited to attend a Thursday, Feb. 8 meeting to learn about and comment on a $37.5 million ecological restoration project expected to begin later this month at the Higbee Beach Wildlife Management Area in Cape May County. …
