South Jersey Climate News

Data centers are booming in the Garden State. Are local communities ready?

New Jersey is an attractive place to build a data center. Lawmakers and residents are struggling to keep up. This…

2 weeks ago

New research shows widespread “ghost forests” in New Jersey

Scientists mapped millions of dead trees along the Atlantic coastline that show the impact of climate change and rising seas.…

3 weeks ago

What to know before you buy a hermit crab at the Jersey Shore

Hermit crabs aren’t beach souvenirs. They are exotic creatures that require lots of care and can live for decades. This…

8 months ago

Ocean City among NJ coastal towns affected by sea-level rise

Millions have been pledged to fight flooding in this local favorite shore town. Is it enough? This article is republished…

10 months ago

The future of offshore wind is a PR battle. Who’s winning?

See those anti-wind signs at the Jersey shore? This conversation with Dr. Alison Novak shares insight on the PR strategies…

2 years ago

Camden’s urban farmers look for innovative ways to solve water challenges

Access to water is a barrier for community gardens in the city. Local groups, professors and students are working together…

2 years ago

Philadelphia entrepreneur launches sustainable cosmetics company

More than 200 million mascara tubes end up in landfills every year. Paige DeAngelo developed a waste-free mascara while studying…

2 years ago

How New Jersey craft breweries are embracing sustainability

Across the river, breweries are solar, carbon capture and local grains for sustainable beer and their bottom lines. By Nolan…

3 years ago

Barnegat Oyster Collective looks to build the future of sustainable shellfish in New Jersey

A sustainable farm-to-table shellfish org provides food while keeping the environment in mind. This article is republished in partnership with…

3 years ago