Jersey Water Works Statement on the Governor’s State of the State Address

Jersey Water Works Steering Committee Co-Chairs Jane Kenny and Mark Mauriello released the following statement on Governor Murphy’s 2020 State of the State Address: “New Jersey faces many water infrastructure issues, most visibly that of lead in our drinking water. We are pleased to see Governor Murphy continuing to elevate the importance of addressing lead… Continue reading Jersey Water Works Statement on the Governor’s State of the State Address

#LookForTheRiver, Jersey Water Works Opening Plenary Speech

Good Morning Everyone, Uh, oh. I have to be that first person who annoyingly chastises you for being lack luster in your morning greeting. Think of it this way. It is Friday! You are coming to have a great time at this symposium, learn lots of stuff, have some good conversations, have la meal and… Continue reading #LookForTheRiver, Jersey Water Works Opening Plenary Speech

New Jersey takes major steps forward on lead in drinking water

When it comes to addressing the challenge of lead service lines (LSLs), recent event in New Jersey have set the stage for long-term progress amid short-term crises. The watershed moment came on October 10, when Jersey Water Works and Governor Phil Murphy held a joint press conference announcing their respective plans to reduce lead in drinking water that featured a… Continue reading New Jersey takes major steps forward on lead in drinking water

Winners Announced for 3rd Annual New Jersey One Water Awards

Today at the annual meeting of the Association of Environmental Authorities, five partner organizations sponsoring the annual New Jersey One Water Awards announced three winners of the 2019 awards, each exemplifying innovative approaches to the water challenges facing New Jersey. The New Jersey One Water Awards honor projects that demonstrate great water management and illustrate… Continue reading Winners Announced for 3rd Annual New Jersey One Water Awards

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Partnership and community collaboration improves city’s water challenges

The New Jersey One Water Awards honor projects that demonstrate great water management. Winners illustrate the One Water ideal by valuing and making use of all water, whether it’s drinking water, stormwater, or wastewater. The awards program is sponsored by five organizations: American Water Resources Association’s New Jersey section, American Water Works Association’s New Jersey section, Association… Continue reading Partnership and community collaboration improves city’s water challenges

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Promoting professional development and sustainability in the water workforce

The New Jersey One Water Awards honor projects that demonstrate great water management. Winners illustrate the One Water ideal by valuing and making use of all water, whether it’s drinking water, stormwater, or wastewater. The awards program is sponsored by five organizations: American Water Resources Association’s New Jersey section, American Water Works Association’s New Jersey section, Association… Continue reading Promoting professional development and sustainability in the water workforce

Restoring wetlands to improve water quality

The New Jersey One Water Awards honor projects that demonstrate great water management. Winners illustrate the One Water ideal by valuing and making use of all water, whether it’s drinking water, stormwater, or wastewater. The awards program is sponsored by five organizations: American Water Resources Association’s New Jersey section, American Water Works Association’s New Jersey section, Association… Continue reading Restoring wetlands to improve water quality

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JWW members attend One Water Summit, represent New Jersey

September is “back to school” month for kids all across the country. This September, however, was also “back to school” month for the water sector. At the One Water Summit on Sept. 18-20 in Austin, Texas, representatives from all across the country converged to learn more about how to improve water systems, build trust with… Continue reading JWW members attend One Water Summit, represent New Jersey

Jersey Water Works Lead in Drinking Water Task Force Releases Recommendations for Lead-Free Drinking Water, Joined by Governor Murphy

The task force’s kickoff meeting took place in December 2018.

The task force report outlines a roadmap to virtually eliminate lead in drinking water in 10 years; Governor Murphy announces a comprehensive statewide strategy to address lead contamination The Jersey Water Works Lead in Drinking Water Task Force released a report of recommendations to virtually eliminate lead in drinking water in 10 years. New Jersey… Continue reading Jersey Water Works Lead in Drinking Water Task Force Releases Recommendations for Lead-Free Drinking Water, Joined by Governor Murphy

Where are the lead service lines in New Jersey?

New Jersey, along with states across the country, is confronting a public health threat: lead in drinking water. The primary source is lead service lines (LSLs), hose-sized pipes containing some amount of lead that connect water mains under the streets to buildings. But which communities are most at risk? As of August, 2019, lead service… Continue reading Where are the lead service lines in New Jersey?