New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection Press Releases

• Published on June 15, 2023 - 16:38 GMT

  Murphy Administration Awards $7 Million in Stormwater Assistance Grants for Projects to Reduce Flooding and Improve Water Quality

  (23/P037) TRENTON –The Murphy Administration has awarded $7 million in grants for projects across the state that will enhance and modernize local stormwater management practices and infrastructure in the face of worsening impacts from climate change, …

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• Published on June 14, 2023 - 06:12 GMT

  Barnegat Lighthouse to Reopen to Visitors this Weekend Following Completion of $1.3 Million Restoration

  (23/P036) TRENTON –More than a year after closing for an extensive $1.3 million exterior and interior renovation project, Barnegat Lighthouse will fully open on Saturday, June 10 for park visitors to climb or tour the iconic structure, Department of …

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• Published on June 14, 2023 - 06:10 GMT

  Murphy Administration Awards $7 Million in Stormwater Assistance Grants for Projects to Reduce Flooding and Improve Water Quality

  (23/P037) TRENTON –The Murphy Administration has awarded $7 million in grants for projects across the state that will enhance and modernize local stormwater management practices and infrastructure in the face of worsening impacts from climate change, …

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• Published on June 9, 2023 - 16:35 GMT

  DEP to Host May 24 Open House at Liberty State Park, Share Progress on Park Revitalization Program

  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 22, 2023 DEP TO HOST MAY 24 OPEN HOUSE AT LIBERTY STATE PARK, SHARE PROGRESS ON PARK REVITALIZATION PROGRAM   TRENTON – Building on two years of public engagement and extensive design engineering work, the Department of …

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• Published on June 9, 2023 - 16:35 GMT

  Governor Murphy Announces Filing of Landmark Inland Flood Protection Rule

  TRENTON – Governor Phil Murphy today announced the Administration’s upcoming adoption of the landmark Inland Flood Protection Rule to better protect New Jersey’s communities from worsening riverine flooding and stormwater runoff. The rulemaking has been …

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• Published on June 9, 2023 - 16:33 GMT

  Barnegat Lighthouse to Reopen to Visitors this Weekend Following Completion of $1.3 Million Restoration

  (23/P036) TRENTON –More than a year after closing for an extensive $1.3 million exterior and interior renovation project, Barnegat Lighthouse will fully open on Saturday, June 10 for park visitors to climb or tour the iconic structure, Department of …

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• Published on June 7, 2023 - 21:36 GMT

  Commissioner LaTourette Encourages Public to Participate in National Trails Day Events this Saturday, June 3

  (23/P035) TRENTON –To spur interest in hiking and equitable outdoor recreation, the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection is coordinating more than 30 organized recreational, educational and stewardship events across the state to mark National …

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• Published on May 30, 2023 - 18:16 GMT

  Commissioner LaTourette Declares Jersey Shore and Lakes Ready for Summer Season

  (23/P034) TRENTON – New Jersey’s coastal beaches and inland lakes are ready for the summer season, New Jersey Environmental Protection Commissioner Shawn M. LaTourette announced today during the annual State of the Shore event in Asbury Park. At the event, …

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• Published on May 30, 2023 - 18:10 GMT

  Commissioner LaTourette Encourages Public to Participate in National Trails Day Events this Saturday, June 3

  (23/P035) TRENTON –To spur interest in hiking and equitable outdoor recreation, the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection is coordinating more than 30 organized recreational, educational and stewardship events across the state to mark National …

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• Published on May 25, 2023 - 18:48 GMT

  Murphy Administration Advances Liberty State Park Revitalization Program at Open House

  (23/P033) TRENTON – During an open house at Liberty State Park on Wednesday, May 24, Environmental Protection Commissioner Shawn M. LaTourette, joined by U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Colonel Matthew W. Luzzatto, shared plans to advance a multi-phase …

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• Published on May 25, 2023 - 18:43 GMT

  Commissioner Latourette Declares Jersey Shore and Lakes Ready for Summer Season

  (23/P034) TRENTON – New Jersey’s coastal beaches and inland lakes are ready for the summer season, New Jersey Environmental Protection Commissioner Shawn M. LaTourette announced today during the annual State of the Shore event in Asbury Park. At the event, …

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• Published on May 25, 2023 - 12:35 GMT

  Murphy Administration Announces New Jersey State Parks are Ready for 2023 Summer Season

  (23/P032) TRENTON –As summer approaches, the State Park Service is ready to kick off the season with lifeguards on duty during the upcoming Memorial Day weekend at Island Beach State Park, picnic areas ready for families and friends to gather, and electric …

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• Published on May 25, 2023 - 12:32 GMT

  Murphy Administration Announces New Jersey State Parks are Ready for 2023 Summer Season

  (23/P032) TRENTON –As summer approaches, the State Park Service is ready to kick off the season with lifeguards on duty during the upcoming Memorial Day weekend at Island Beach State Park, picnic areas ready for families and friends to gather, and electric …

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• Published on May 25, 2023 - 12:32 GMT

  Murphy Administration Advances Liberty State Park Revitalization Program at Open House

  (23/P033) TRENTON – During an open house at Liberty State Park on Wednesday, May 24, Environmental Protection Commissioner Shawn M. LaTourette, joined by U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Colonel Matthew W. Luzzatto, shared plans to advance a multi-phase …

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• Published on May 22, 2023 - 16:30 GMT

  DEP Accepting Nominations Through July 21 to Honor Those With Extraordinary Commitment to Recycling

  (23/P031) TRENTON –An annual recognition program to honor excellence in recycling is accepting nominations for awards in 11 categories, including a new one recognizing businesses and institutions with programs aimed at specifically using post-consumer …

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• Published on May 18, 2023 - 20:29 GMT

  Murphy Administration Kicks Off Infrastructure Investment Tour by Announcing $1 Million in Grants for Green Infrastructure ...

  (23/P030) TRENTON –Commissioner of Environmental Protection Shawn M. LaTourette today kicked off the Murphy Administration’s Infrastructure Investment Tour by announcing the award of more than $1 million in grants to local government agencies in the Hudson …

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• Published on May 16, 2023 - 17:29 GMT

  Murphy Administration Awards $24 Million in Clean Communities Grants for Local Litter Removal Programs

  (23/P029) TRENTON –Municipal and county governments are receiving more than $24 million in annual Clean Communities grants to fund litter removal programs that spruce up communities, improve water quality, reduce localized flooding and protect natural …

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• Published on May 12, 2023 - 17:41 GMT

  NJDEP Launches Interactive Dashboard to Provide Regularly Updated Information on Water Infrastructure Investments

  (23/P028) TRENTON – The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection today launched an interactive dashboard that provides regularly updated information to help local governments and the public track the progress of funding for much-needed drinking …

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• Published on May 11, 2023 - 14:28 GMT

  Murphy Administration Marks First Anniversary of Law Limiting Single-use Plastics in New Jersey

  (23/P047) TRENTON –One year after New Jersey implemented a law restricting single-use plastic bags and straws, and limited use of other products including paper carryout bags and polystyrene foam food containers, the Murphy Administration is celebrating a …

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• Published on May 5, 2023 - 14:37 GMT

  On Arbor Day, DEP, TCNJ and Sustainable Jersey Launch Trees for Schools Grant Program

  (23/P0246) TRENTON –In celebration of Arbor Day, New Jersey Commissioner of Environmental Protection Shawn M. LaTourette and Sustainable Jersey Director Randall Solomon today planted two white oak trees with students at the Morris Avenue Early Childhood …

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