Resilient Environments and Landscapes (REAL): Myths and Facts
NJ is the first state in the nation to initiate a comprehensive update to building regulations focused on climate change impacts.
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My Environment
What is the status of the environment in your neighborhood?
News Releases
- April 25, 2025
Murphy Administration Marks Earth Week By Announcing $131 Million Investment In Community Recreation Projects, Open Space Acquisitions Across New Jersey - April 25, 2025
DEP Marks Earth Week by Announcing Availability of $13.4 Million in Water Quality Improvement and Planning Grants - April 24, 2025
Statement From New Jersey Commissioner of Environmental Protection Shawn M. LaTourette on the Jones Road Wildfire Arrest - April 24, 2025
DEP Announces Online Library to Help K-5 Educators Incorporate Climate Change Lessons and Solution-based Concepts Into All Subject Areas - April 24, 2025
Waretown Man Charged With Aggravated Arson and Arson in Connection With Jones Road Wildfire (Joint Release)
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Check Local Air Quality
The Air Quality Index tells you how clean your local air is, and what associated health effects might be a concern in your area. You can also subscribe to daily air quality notifications.
Annual Green Acres Funding
The $131 million in park projects will acquire land; improve waterfront access; develop athletic fields and playgrounds; improve public access; create open space; and enhance land stewardship.
Watershed Restoration Grants
DEP announces $13.4 million in grants for projects protecting ecological health of NJ waterways and increasing local flood storage.
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DEP Accepting Applications to Fill 800+ Seasonal Positions
Seasonal job opportunities include lifeguards, general maintenance personnel, visitor service assistants, office assistants, naturalists and history educators. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.
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.
NJ is in a Drought Warning
Recent precipitation has helped water supply conditions, but accumulations were not enough to change current water supply conditions and NJ remains in drought warning.
Report Sick or Dead Wild Birds
We are monitoring highly pathogenic avian influenza (H5N1) and evidence suggests that it is currently widespread in wild birds in NJ. You can report sick or dead birds and staff will review.
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.
