ANJEC @anjec.bsky.social · 18hOnce nearly extinct in New Jersey, bobcats are trying to make a comeback. To survive, they need room to roam. More info on The Nature Conservancy in New Jersey Bobcat Alley Habitat Project can be found here: ->https://www.nature.org/.../stories.../building-bobcat-alley 041
ANJEC @anjec.bsky.social · 19hBurlington County is partnering with the NJ Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP), the Pinelands Alliance, and five municipalities to launch a new climate change resiliency study centered on the county’s southwest Pinelands region. -> www.burlingtoncountynj.gov/.../Home/Det... See less 010
ANJEC @anjec.bsky.social · 19hANJEC presented its coveted Environmental Achievement Award to the Middlesex Borough Environmental Commission for its Tree Giveaway Project, growing 300+ native trees for residents to plant at no cost www.middlesexboro-nj.gov/latest-news/...middlesexboro-nj.govTree Giveaway Project receives coveted ANJEC Award — Middlesex BoroughThe Association of NJ Environmental Commissions (ANJEC) presented its coveted Environmental Achievement Award to the Middlesex Borough Environmental Commission for its Tree Giveaway Project. 011
ANJEC @anjec.bsky.social · 06/10/2026New law allows portable plug-in solar panels while limiting utility, municipal and landlord restrictions newjerseyglobe.com/governor/she...newjerseyglobe.comSherrill Signs Balcony Solar Law to Expand Access to Clean Energy - New Jersey GlobeGov. Mikie Sherrill signed legislation giving New Jersey residents greater access to portable, plug-in solar panels that can lower electricity costs and 042
ANJEC @anjec.bsky.social · 06/10/20263 days ago Congrats to Jersey City Birds for receiving a 2026 Environmental Achievement Award from ANJEC for its "For the Birds" collision monitoring project! It started in 2024, has rescued close to 200 birds 7 collected critical data on collisions across Jersey City. 010
ANJEC @anjec.bsky.social · 06/10/2026Tell Bell Works >>> NO DATA CENTER <<< Proposed facility could consume more than twice Holmdel’s total annual electricity use—adding enormous demand to the grid and potentially driving up electric bills. Use this Link to TAKE ACTION: actionnetwork.org/petitions/te... 010
ANJEC @anjec.bsky.social · 06/10/2026A reminder from the Verona Environmental Commission and Glen Ridge Environmental Advisory Committee ~ Combat climate change in your own yard by doing LESS~🍁 010
ANJEC @anjec.bsky.social · 06/10/2026Verona's Compost Pilot dates are set! Oct 1, 10am: Registration Portal Opens October 12th, 7pm: Mandatory Training for participants (a link will be provided for those who can't attend) Oct 15: Drop-Off begins! Registrants can request a starter kit at registration. www.veronanj.org/sv-compost?f...veronanj.orgTownship of Verona NJ - Sustainable Verona Compost Pilot 010
ANJEC @anjec.bsky.social · 06/10/2026Join Ridgefield Park Environmental Commission for a guided Fall Nature Walk through the Ridgefield Park Nature Preserve Sat, Oct 24, 9am RSVP: envcomm@ridgefieldpark.org Visit the Nature Preserve section on Village website for trail guides, plant and wildlife info: www.ridgefieldpark.org 010
ANJEC @anjec.bsky.social · 06/10/2026Delanco Environmental Advisory Board~ Got extra Halloween costumes left over from the yard sale? Please donate to the costume swap! 011
ANJEC @anjec.bsky.social · 06/10/2026Thank You Mayor Joseph Hiles~ ‘Tis the Season! 🍂🍁🍂 LEAVE THE LEAVES 🍂🍁🍂 www.historicwoodstown.org 011
ANJEC @anjec.bsky.social · 06/10/2026Sustainable Princeton hosted 1st annual BioBlitz at the historic Princeton Battlefield, the start of a multi-year project tracking the biodiversity of the Battlefield before, during and after the ecological upgrades taking place. Visit our website www.sustainableprinceton.org 011
ANJEC @anjec.bsky.social · 06/10/2026The Hammonton Green Committee hosts the 18th Annual Green Day Festival: Sat, Nov 7 Noon - 4pm Veterans Memorial Park Centrally located downtown in Hammonton Awesome vendors with an environmental twist - recycled, handmade, Fair-Trade, homemade, natural products make shopping meaningful and fun. 011
ANJEC @anjec.bsky.social · 06/10/2026From the Tuckerton Environmental Commission~ THE TREES HAVE ARRIVED! This project has been totally self funded. All donations are greatly appreciated and should be sent to Tuckerton Environmental Commission c/o Tuckerton Borough Hall, 420 East Main Street, Tuckerton, NJ 08087 See less 010
ANJEC @anjec.bsky.social · 06/10/2026Congrats to Madison Environmental Commission on receiving the ANJEC coveted Environmental Achievement Award for its Nature Lovers’ Speaker Series! The series brings the community together to explore books and topics with local environmental relevance. 010
ANJEC @anjec.bsky.social · 06/10/2026NJ CLIMATE WEEK~ Are those sauce packets piling up? ~ SKIP THE STUFF ~ When grabbing single-use condiment packets from self-serve condiment stations, please take only what you need to help reduce plastic and food waste. Learn how you can help: -> dep.nj.gov/get-past-plastic See less 010
ANJEC @anjec.bsky.social · 06/10/2026Comment for clean air by TOMORROW, Oct. 7! Sentinel Princeton Nurseries will use 12 dirty diesel backup generators with severe negative air quality and public health impacts. Use this link to take action & tell the DEP to DENY the permit and require the facility to use clean energy: bit.ly/4ywPPH9 010
ANJEC @anjec.bsky.social · 06/10/2026Option Green: Environmental Impacts of Technology: Power, Water, and the Cloud: The Environmental Costs of Building AI Oct. 28, 7pm Sponsored by East Brunswick Public Library and Friends EBEC www.facebook.com/events/11198... 020
ANJEC @anjec.bsky.social · 06/10/2026The committeewoman's work includes passage of a Dark Sky ordinance to reduce light pollution & initiatives to protect the township's natural character, raise environmental awareness, and encourage residents to consider the environmental effects of everyday decisions. patch.com/new-jersey/m...patch.comMendham Committeewoman Earns Environmental AwardThe committeewoman's work includes passage of a Dark Sky ordinance, which reduces light pollution, among other projects. 010
ANJEC @anjec.bsky.social · 06/10/2026NJ announced the finalization of two separate natural resource damages settlement agreements with Hess Corp. and Hercules LLC totaling more than $20 million for pollution in Woodbridge, Parlin Gibbstown, Kenvil and Chester. www.njoag.gov/ag-davenport...njoag.govAG Davenport, DEP Commissioner Potosnak Announce Two Natural Resource Damages Settlements - New Jersey Office of Attorney GeneralNew Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport and Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) Commissioner Ed Potosnak announced the finalization of two separate natural resource damages (NRD) settlement agreements with Hess Corp. and Hercules LLC. Together, the two settlements are valued at more than $20 million. 010
ANJEC @anjec.bsky.social · 06/10/2026Rain Barrels and Rain Gardens: How You Can Turn Rainwater Into a Backyard Resource Wed, Oct 21, 2026 at 7:15 PM Florham Park Public Library, 107 Ridgedale Ave, Florham Park patch.com/new-jersey/e... 010
ANJEC @anjec.bsky.social · 06/10/2026The judge ruled that the plaintiffs’ constitutional claims to halt the construction were likely to succeed and her preliminary injunction against “ground-distrurbing activities” would remain in effect while the suit continued to play out in court. www.texastribune.org/2026/10/02/t...texastribune.orgJudge halts border barrier construction in Big BendU.S. District Judge Kathleen Cardon’s ruling means federal contractors can’t continue construction in the national park or surrounding areas until a lawsuit opposing the work is resolved. 020
ANJEC @anjec.bsky.social · 06/10/2026If more cities start regulating outdoor lighting, we humans could make the environment better for all living creatures www.theguardian.com/environment/...theguardian.comThe night sky is getting 10% brighter every year. We’re forgetting what darkness feels likeIf more cities start regulating outdoor lighting, we humans could make the environment better for all living creatures 010
ANJEC @anjec.bsky.social · 06/10/2026Starting October 19, the Earth Day Every Day webinar series is back this fall with “Zoo Jersey: Animals in the Garden State”! Discover the fascinating animals that call New Jersey home! forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/Respon... 021
ANJEC @anjec.bsky.social · 02/10/2026C’mon Out and Support ANJEC ~ DINE & DONATE ~ Monday, October 19th 4:00 - 9:00 p.m. Triumph Restaurant & Brewery Red Bank, NJ 010
ANJEC @anjec.bsky.social · 02/10/2026Neptune City Mayor Rachel McGreevy, Environmental Commission Chair Arlene Sciarappa & Tinton Falls Councilwoman Tracy Buckley accepted Achievement Awards at the ANJEC 53rd Annual Environmental Congress last Friday. 010
ANJEC @anjec.bsky.social · 02/10/2026NJ CLIMATE WEEK~ Read about "NJ's URBAN WETLANDS WILD NATURE AGAINST ALL ODDS" in the ANJEC REPORT Autumn 2026 (p. 17) In the most industrial region of northeastern NJ, urban wetlands form much of the remaining wild backdrop to an otherwise developed landscape. www.flipsnack.com/BA66ED99E8C/... 010
ANJEC @anjec.bsky.social · 02/10/2026Admin. Lee Zeldin has corrupted EPA’s mission to protect human health & the environment by working to exempt advanced “recycling” plastic incinerators from Clean Air Act requirements along with many other atrocities. Urge Congress to hold him accountable. actnow.momscleanairforce.org/a/zeldin-mus...actnow.momscleanairforce.orgTell Congress: Hold Zeldin Accountable for Corrupting EPA’s MissionEPA Administrator Lee Zeldin has thoroughly corrupted his agency’s mission to protect human health and the environment. The impacts of the pollution he is unleashing will endanger people’s lives for y... 010
ANJEC @anjec.bsky.social · 02/10/2026Denville Mayor Andes displayed the Municipal Leadership Award he received from ANJEC. The ceremony took place last week during ANJEC's annual Environmental Congress in New Brunswick.The award was presented in recognition of his efforts towards the St. Francis property acquisition. 010
ANJEC @anjec.bsky.social · 02/10/2026The Somerville NJ Environmental Commission is looking for volunteers for a Habitat Restoration planting happening TOMORROW, Sat, October 3. Bring gardening gloves, hand tools, water, sun and mosquito protection. To sign up or ask questions, email: EnvironmentalCommission@SomervilleNJ.org 020
ANJEC @anjec.bsky.social · 01/10/2026This week marks 64 years since the publication of SILENT SPRING, Rachel Carson’s groundbreaking book that brought the dangers of pesticides into the public consciousness and sparked the modern environmental movement in the US. Pick up a copy and discover the words that helped launch a movemen 041
ANJEC @anjec.bsky.social · 01/10/2026We are seeking a Local Food Supply Chain Coordinator to support stronger regional markets for South Jersey farms. The coordinator will work with farmers, buyers, community partners, and Alliance staff. More info at pinelandsalliance.org/our-work/joi... 011
ANJEC @anjec.bsky.social · 01/10/2026Middlesex County has filed a lawsuit against major oil companies, saying they should help pay for the costs of severe weather linked to climate change. patch.com/new-jersey/s... 010
ANJEC @anjec.bsky.social · 01/10/2026Green Amendments add language to our state constitution to put our right to a safe environment on par with fundamental freedoms like free speech. Please RSVP Ihttps://www.mobilize.us/somaaction/event/1017206/ 010
ANJEC @anjec.bsky.social · 01/10/2026NY Governor Hochul signed law creating rebate program for a electric landscaping equipment rebate program for New York lawn care and landscaping companies, local and county government maintenance crews, and state school districts, colleges and universities. environmentamerica.org/media-center... 030
ANJEC @anjec.bsky.social · 01/10/2026Let’s take the otter’s resurgence as a lesson in what’s possible when we protect our rivers, streams, wetlands & surrounding lands. We create the conditions for wildlife to return, ecosystems to heal, and new possibilities for survival and renewal to emerge. www.njconservation.org/a-river-otte...njconservation.orgA river otter swims in the Bronx - New Jersey Conservation FoundationIn June, a North American river otter was spotted in the Bronx River for the first time in 100 years. For many people, the sighting seemed a fleeting bit of wildlife news. But the appearance of an ani... 020
ANJEC @anjec.bsky.social · 01/10/2026Warren County Commissioner James R. Kern III discussed data center development and local land-use planning during the Association of New Jersey Environmental Commissions’ 2026 Environmental Congress on Friday, Sept. 25. wrnjradio.com/warren-count...wrnjradio.comWarren County Commissioner Kern discusses data center planning at statewide environmental conference - WRNJ RadioNEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. (Middlesex County) — Warren County Commissioner James R. Kern III discussed data center development and local land-use planning during the Association of New Jersey Environmental C... 010
Reposted by ANJECDavid Ho @davidho.bsky.social · 01/12/2024The world’s 280 million electric bikes and mopeds are cutting demand for oil 4x more than electric cars due to their staggering uptake in China and elsewhere.theconversation.comThe world’s 280 million electric bikes and mopeds are cutting demand for oil far more than electric carsElectric vehicles get all the press – but it’s the smaller unsung two wheelers cutting oil demand the most. 472130708
ANJEC @anjec.bsky.social · 30/09/2026IT’s NJ CLIMATE WEEK~ Checkout this link with resources and things to do throughout New Jersey! —> www.njclimateweek.com 010
ANJEC @anjec.bsky.social · 30/09/2026“On behalf of the environmental commission, I just wanted to thank you for your support for Monarch butterflies and for pollinators,” Julia Stroffolino said. There will be a celebration for Monarch Month on October 17 where free Milkweed plants will be given out. www.tapinto.net/towns/denvil...tapinto.netDenville Township Mayor Declares October as Monarch Butterfly MonthDenville names October Monarch Butterfly Month, highlighting a more than 80% decline in Eastern monarchs and a free milkweed giveaway Oct. 17. 131
ANJEC @anjec.bsky.social · 29/09/2026Allison McLeod, Interim Exec Dir of NJLCV, on WBAI 99.5 FM Talk Radio with Bob Hennelly discussing how well NJ is doing when it comes to land use planning in our deepening climate crises that is producing more extreme weather events.*** Starts at: 1:33:50 wbai.org/archive/prog... 010
ANJEC @anjec.bsky.social · 29/09/2026“Rolling back flood protection regulations puts the people of NJ directly in harm’s way…at the request of big developers who have sowed disinformation about the REAL rules to the benefit of their own profit margins.” ~Jennifer Coffey, ANJEC Executive Director www.thecooldown.com/green-home/n... 020
ANJEC @anjec.bsky.social · 29/09/2026Acadia is just one of many national parks to remove educational language is recent weeks, along with accompanying webpages documenting the impacts of climate change, the history of slavery, conflicts with Native Americans, and Japanese-American intern camps. www.mainepublic.org/climate/2025...mainepublic.orgAcadia National Park removes educational signs about climate change, Indigenous historyInformational signs containing information on climate change, ecology and Native American history have been removed from Maine's Acadia National Park, one of the country's most popular national parks.... 031
ANJEC @anjec.bsky.social · 29/09/2026Read about “THE INCREDIBLE VALUE OF NJ’s FRESHWATER WETLANDS“ in the ANJEC Report Autumn edition (pp. 12-14) www.flipsnack.com/BA66ED99E8C/... 010
ANJEC @anjec.bsky.social · 29/09/2026Take the Camden County Community Survey and help shape the future of Camden County Parks. Share what you enjoy… What could be improved… What you would like to see next —> clients.brsinc.com/camden-count... See less 010
ANJEC @anjec.bsky.social · 29/09/2026A reminder from the Glen Rock Environmental Commission~ Leave just a little bit of wildness… The environment will thank you! 010