The Tenth Annual Jersey Water Works conference, a gathering of over 200 water professionals, community advocates, and policymakers from diverse backgrounds and regions of New Jersey, took place on December 13, 2024, at The College of New Jersey. The event marked a decade of progress in water management, fostering discussions on key issues and opportunities… Continue reading Water Professionals, Community Advocates, Policymakers, and Industry Leaders Connect
10-Year Anniversary Series: Asset Management and Finance as Major Goals in Jersey Water Works Action Agenda
Photo courtesy of New Jersey Future. INTRODUCTION Nature provides us with water, but it takes an invisible network of pipes, pumps, and infrastructure operated by water systems to enable us to use it. For water systems to operate efficiently and effectively, proactive asset management is essential when managing the network of pipes, pumps, and treatment… Continue reading 10-Year Anniversary Series: Asset Management and Finance as Major Goals in Jersey Water Works Action Agenda
2024 Jersey Water Works Conference – December 13 Details
We look forward to seeing you in person on Friday, December 13 to celebrate and advance the work of the collaborative, network with members, and discuss the the importance of water and the invisible water challenges happening here in New Jersey. View the program book. Meeting Location: The College of New Jersey Brower Student Center… Continue reading 2024 Jersey Water Works Conference – December 13 Details
10-Year Anniversary Series: Tracing Jersey Water Works activities to maximize green infrastructure implementation in all areas of the state.
Green infrastructure in Asbury Park, NJ. Photo courtesy of New Jersey Future. INTRODUCTION For the last decade, Jersey Water Works (JWW) members have advocated for a “green first” approach. This approach involves strategically educating about the benefits of green infrastructure, reviewing and promoting policy changes that facilitate implementation, and highlighting demonstration projects to showcase the… Continue reading 10-Year Anniversary Series: Tracing Jersey Water Works activities to maximize green infrastructure implementation in all areas of the state.
Strengthening the Water Workforce via Internships and Pre-apprenticeship Programs: Insights and Resources
“These people [water and wastewater treatment workers] touch the health of every single person in the community… [and] are vital to the health and vibrancy of our schools, businesses, and everything that happens in our communities,” said Tonya Bronleewe, Director of Environmental Finance Center at Wichita State University, when she explained how she broaches the… Continue reading Strengthening the Water Workforce via Internships and Pre-apprenticeship Programs: Insights and Resources
How do you know if your town has lead service lines? Problem pipes are all over N.J.
Lead pipe replacement in Trenton, NJ. Photo courtesy of New Jersey Future. Environmental data from New Jersey regulators shows that lead service line problems could be in your backyard. JWW member Diane Schrauth of New Jersey Future is quoted in this article and references the Jersey WaterCheck data dashboard.
Camden, NJ Session at the 2024 Delaware River Watershed Forum
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
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