Since 1954, the New Jersey Clean Air Council has advised the DEP on air quality matters.

The NJ Clean Air Council consists of 18 members, 14 of which are appointed by the Governor. Members serve four-year terms, and include representatives of the Commissioners of Health, and Community Affairs; and the Secretaries of Agriculture, and the NJ Commerce Commission’s Board of Directors.

Annual Public Hearing 2025

Hearing Topic: Forming New Jersey’s Air Quality Priorities Through 2030

Previous Public Hearings

As part of its charter, the Clean Air Council annually holds a public hearing on a current topic of interest. Formal transcripts are prepared and reports are written for each hearing.

Schedule of Meetings

The Council meets monthly. Meetings are held at various locations.

New Jersey Clean Air Council with Commissioner LaTourette, July 17, 2024. Left to Right: Leonard Bielory, Francis Steitz (NJDEP), Adam Neuman, NJDEP Commissioner LaTourette, Kimberly Scarborough, Richard Opiekun, John Valeri. Jr., Toby Hanna, Allen Weston. Not pictured: Sharon Brown, Michael Egenton, Timothy Fekete, Robert Laumbach, Stephen Milgrom.
NJ PACT: Protecting Against Climate Threats

NJPACT a targeted regulatory reform effort modernizing environmental laws, Protecting Against Climate Threats.

What’s in My Community?

Interactive mapping tool to help residents identify sources of air pollution in and around their community.

Current Air Quality Index

Daily report on the status of outdoor air quality in your region, with associated health effects.

Environmental Public Health Tracking

The EPHT Network makes available important information on New Jersey’s air quality, environmental hazards, and adverse health impacts.

EnviroFlash: Air quality information straight to your inbox!

Choose the type and frequency of service you want, EnviroFlash will be sent to your email or cell phone as specified.

Air Quality Awareness Week

Governor Murphy Proclaims the first week in May Air Quality Awareness Week.

U.S. EPA Chemistry Dashboard

Search for information on over one million chemicals.

NJ Department of Community Affairs Community Asset Map

Interactive mapping tool for economic, housing, and demographic information within New Jersey municipalities.

Environmental Justice

DEP’s Office of Environmental Justice (OEJ) aims to empower residents and communities.

EPA’s Environmental Justice Screening and Mapping Tool

Environmental justice is the fair treatment and meaningful involvement of all people regardless of race, color, national origin, or income.