Photo courtesy of Paula Figueroa-Vega and New Jersey Future. The 2024 Delaware River Watershed Forum, hosted by the Coalition for the Delaware River Watershed, provided a platform for insightful discussions and presentations centered on community-driven actions to address water management issues. One particularly engaging session titled “Community Actions Driving Improved Water Management: Lessons from Camden,… Continue reading Camden, NJ Session at the 2024 Delaware River Watershed Forum
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Much-needed workers: HCCC graduates 2nd class from Water Workforce Utility Program
Photo courtesy of Abou Traore and Hudson County Community College. A program that aimed at introducing Hudson County Community College students to the water sector — as well as preparing them to enter employment opportunities, internships and the New Jersey Water and Wastewater Systems Operations Apprenticeship Program — recently had its second graduation ceremony. Earlier this month,… Continue reading Much-needed workers: HCCC graduates 2nd class from Water Workforce Utility Program
10-Year Reflection on Combined Sewer Overflows (CSOs)
Left: Sewage overflow warning sign in Jersey City. Right: Sewage overflow outfall in Perth Amboy. Photo courtesy of New Jersey Future. INTRODUCTION The urgent concern for Jersey Water Works (JWW) members has been finding long-term solutions for combined sewer overflows (CSO) in New Jersey. In the past decade, members have worked to increase visibility and… Continue reading 10-Year Reflection on Combined Sewer Overflows (CSOs)
Op-Ed: Proposed Rules For Drinking Water Infrastructure Deserve Attention
Photo courtesy of Peter Kasabach and New Jersey Future. We all use drinking water every day. Behind our everyday water usage lies a vast, invisible network of pipes and treatment infrastructure that runs 24/7 to ensure water is treated, distributed, and available on demand when you open the tap. As one of the oldest states,… Continue reading Op-Ed: Proposed Rules For Drinking Water Infrastructure Deserve Attention
NJDEP COMMISSIONER LATOURETTE, EPA ADMINISTRATOR GARCIA AND I-BANK OFFICIALS MARK BILLION-DOLLAR WATER INFRASTRUCTURE MILESTONE
Photo courtesy of Deandrah Cameron and New Jersey Future. Originally published by NJDEP here. NJDEP COMMISSIONER LATOURETTE, EPA ADMINISTRATOR GARCIA AND I-BANK OFFICIALS MARK BILLION-DOLLAR WATER INFRASTRUCTURE MILESTONE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 22, 2024 Contact: Lawrence Hajna (609) 984-1795 Caryn Shinske (609) 984-1795 Vincent Grassi (609) 984-1795 (24/P029) TRENTON – The New Jersey Water Bank, a partnership between the… Continue reading NJDEP COMMISSIONER LATOURETTE, EPA ADMINISTRATOR GARCIA AND I-BANK OFFICIALS MARK BILLION-DOLLAR WATER INFRASTRUCTURE MILESTONE
Important Information and Parking Details: Membership Meeting, July 17
We are looking forward to seeing you at the Jersey Water Works and Lead-Free NJ Membership Meetings on Wednesday, July 17. Meeting Location: Montclair State University University Hall, Seventh Floor 1 Normal Ave, Montclair, NJ 07444 Maps & Directions (PDF) Registration and networking begin at 8:00 a.m. Jersey Water Works: 9:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m. Lunch and Networking:… Continue reading Important Information and Parking Details: Membership Meeting, July 17
Exploring Career Development Programs at the Atlantic County Utilities Authority (ACUA)
Photo courtesy of New Jersey Future. The Atlantic County Utilities Authority (ACUA) provides comprehensive workforce development programs that support the growth of its employees and help to advance the wastewater industry. These initiatives aim to cultivate a skilled and knowledgeable workforce while offering individuals the chance to excel in their chosen fields. Let’s dive deeper… Continue reading Exploring Career Development Programs at the Atlantic County Utilities Authority (ACUA)
Connect and Learn with NJ Office of Emergency Management and US EPA Region 2
On June 26, 2024, Jersey Water Works Climate Resilience and Combined Sewer Overflow committees hosted the virtual Connect and Learn with New Jersey of Office Emergency Management and US Environmental Protection Agency Region 2. Participants learned more about the funding opportunities available through the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) Building Resilient Infrastructure and Community (BRIC)… Continue reading Connect and Learn with NJ Office of Emergency Management and US EPA Region 2
“Water, Life, and Death” course exposes Montclair State University students to the many dimensions of water in Public Health
Guest author Kurt Conklin, Instructional Specialist in the College of Community Health, Montclair State University Dept. of Public Health, shares information about their water class in anticipation of Jersey Water Works Membership Meeting at Montclair University this summer. Water is the starting point for all public health, not just in New Jersey but worldwide. This… Continue reading “Water, Life, and Death” course exposes Montclair State University students to the many dimensions of water in Public Health
The Governor’s lead balloon: Murphy’s $100 million broken promise leaves the health of New Jersey students at risk
One day in the fall of 2019, Gov. Phil Murphy took his place center stage at a Bergen County elementary school. He removed a prepared statement from the breast pocket of his suit jacket and placed it on a black podium adorned with the faux-gilded Seal of the Great State of New Jersey. The script… Continue reading The Governor’s lead balloon: Murphy’s $100 million broken promise leaves the health of New Jersey students at risk