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- July 16, 2025
Attorney General Platkin Sues Trump Administration for Unlawfully Cutting Billions in Disaster Mitigation Funding (OAG News Release) - July 16, 2025
Governor Murphy Joins Local Officials in Newark to Break Ground on Landmark Greenway Project (Governor’s Office News Release) - July 14, 2025
DEP Announces Proposed Changes to Coastal Flooding Regulations With Intent to Adopt by End of Year
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DEP Accepting Nominations for Annual Recycling Awards
Nominate NJ Recycling & Sustainability leaders in 11 categories by Friday, July 25
Resilient Environments and Landscapes (REAL)
DEP announces proposed changes to coastal flooding regulations with intent to adopt by end of year.
New Green Transportation Planning Grant Program
Nearly $1 million in grants awarded to develop local transportation solutions to cut vehicle pollution and emissions.
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Strategic Climate Action Plan
This report sets the course for the Department’s next phase of climate action by looking across all its programs to identify additional opportunities to meaningfully prepare the State for the impacts of climate change.
Climate Change Resource Library for Educators
K-5 educators, use these resources to incorporate climate change lessons into all subject areas.
NJ Wildfire SMART
Learn more about NJ Wildfire SMART (Safety, Mitigation, Awareness, Resources, Training), a set of actions focused on providing steps and informational resources to help reduce the risk and spread of wildfires.
Water Conservation
In the summer, outdoor water use can more than double. You can reduce water use by as much as 30% by taking a few simple steps, both inside and outside your home.
NJ Saltwater Registry
Registry allows NOAA to quickly contact current saltwater anglers in an effort to gain more accurate and timely information on recreational fisheries.
Take action on Service Line Notices by your Water provider!
Property owners are encouraged to take action by contacting their providers and verifying the materials of their service lines at home.
Invasive Species Resources
Learn more about invasive species in NJ and how you can help.
