New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection Press Releases - EIN Presswire

Published on July 18, 2023 - 18:54 GMT

DEP Launches Third Annual Youth Inclusion Program to Empower Next Generation of Environmental Leaders from Overburdened ...

(23/P042) TRENTON –– The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection today launched its third annual Youth Inclusion Initiative summer program to engage young people from overburdened communities that have disproportionately less open space by …

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Published on July 6, 2023 - 18:06 GMT

DEP Announces Upgrades to Play Structures Across State Parks

(23/P041) TRENTON –As part of the Murphy Administration’s commitment to expand healthy recreation opportunities for all New Jerseyans, Environmental Protection Commissioner Shawn M. LaTourette today cut the ribbon on the State Park Service’s first …

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Published on June 29, 2023 - 21:46 GMT

DEP’s Forest Fire Service Presents Rudy Wendelin Gallery of Smokey Bear Paintings at Locations Across New Jersey

Contact: Caryn Shinske (609) 984-1795 Lawrence Hajna (609) 984-1795 Vincent Grassi (609) 984-1795 (23/P040) TRENTON –A special collection of original work by Rudy Wendelin, the artist whose brushstrokes and fine pencil drawings brought …

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Published on June 20, 2023 - 19:36 GMT

NJDEP Reminds Public to Be Cautious of Clinging Jellyfish in Coastal Estuaries and Rivers

(23/P038) TRENTON –The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection reminds the public to be aware of clinging jellyfish, a small jellyfish capable of inflicting an extremely painful sting that is found in some bay and estuarine waters of New Jersey. …

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Published on June 20, 2023 - 19:35 GMT

Murphy Administration Urges Public to Conserve Water Heading Into Summer as Dry Weather Persists

(23/P039) TRENTON – The Murphy Administration is reminding residents and businesses to use water wisely entering the summer season. Conserving water is always a good practice. However, it is especially important now as the state continues to experience a …

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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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