New Jersey

How the Garden State has prioritized water & ecological diversity despite threats from civilization

New Jersey may be known for its highways, beaches, and dense population—but it’s also remarkably ecologically diverse. With 800,000 acres…

6 years ago

To watch: 6 Green Public Art Projects Popping up in Camden Soon for “A New View”

A project aiming to place large-scale public art in six blighted lots throughout the city announced its eight finalists. If…

7 years ago

Tom Marchetty’s “New View” for a Sustainable Space in Camden

Entrepreneur Tom Marchetty pours his passion for history, reuse, and innovation into sustainably made furniture. Now, as the finalist in…

7 years ago

The Key to Camden’s Climate Resiliency? More and Better Parks

The Trust for Public Land is using tons of data thanks to a new tool, combined with community input, to…

7 years ago

Meet UrbanPromise’s 3 Young River Stewards

Camden high schoolers share their experiences caring for and exploring the Cooper River--and the impact it’s had on their lives. …

7 years ago

South Jersey Farmers’ Market Offers a Free Reusable Bag Share Program

Patrons at the Collingswood Farmers’ Market can rent out reusable bags. Can the service spread as businesses ease into single-use…

7 years ago

Q&A With Infamous Naturalist and Author Tom Brown: How We Can All “Heal the Earth”

The controversial N.J.-based outdoorsman releases his latest book, a guide to reversing the damage we’ve done to the earth He…

7 years ago

New Jersey wants 100% clean energy by 2050. Here’s what the public has to say about it.

This story is part of Covering Climate Now, a global collaboration of more than 250 news outlets to strengthen coverage…

7 years ago

World Oceans Day: How the Jersey Shore is Fighting Pollution and 3 Ways You Can Help

In May, Monmouth Beach made headlines for passing the biggest plastic ban in the country. The Jersey shore town cracked…

8 years ago