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

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“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

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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

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Request for Qualifications: Deadline Extended to June 7, 2024

New Jersey Future, on behalf of the Jersey Water Works (JWW) collaborative, seeks qualifications from a consultant team or qualified firm(s) with experience in facilitating a process for collaboratives to articulate its value and plan for the future. Our goal is to:  Understand key collaborative strengths and potential weaknesses. Discover improvements or modifications needed to… Continue reading Request for Qualifications: Deadline Extended to June 7, 2024

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Can New Jerseyans count on enough water supply for the foreseeable future?

Water is a vital element for the survival of human beings, and its availability plays a crucial role in our existence. However, ensuring a reliable and adequate supply of clean water is challenging and requires careful management, strategic planning, and innovative solutions. It is critical to have enough water of acceptable quality to meet our… Continue reading Can New Jerseyans count on enough water supply for the foreseeable future?

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Toward a Strong and Equitable Water Workforce

The water utility sector has a transformational, equity-building opportunity: the composition and capability of its future workforce. This report identifies three strategies and nine initiatives to address both the quantity and equity challenges in the nation’s water utility workforce. Read the full report here.

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Jersey WaterCheck Data Story: The price of making water potable is increasing in New Jersey. Here are four reasons why.

The total cost of drinking water for residential customers in New Jersey is increasing. The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) collects data annually on how much residential customers pay for water. In 2020, the median total cost to a residential billed customer with a ⅝” meter for 50,000 gallons¹ used per year statewide… Continue reading Jersey WaterCheck Data Story: The price of making water potable is increasing in New Jersey. Here are four reasons why.

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In the Eye of the Storm: Exploring A Stormwater Utility in New Jersey

Rain garden in Manville, NJ. Photo courtesy of Loana Mendez-Solano and New Jersey Future. New Jersey’s water-related infrastructure is a complex system, constantly facing the challenges posed by stormwater runoff and working to properly manage it. Stormwater management isn’t just about handling rainfall; it’s a critical aspect of preserving water quality and mitigating flooding risks.… Continue reading In the Eye of the Storm: Exploring A Stormwater Utility in New Jersey

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The Green Infrastructure Committee’s Tour of Princeton University’s Stormwater Management Infrastructure

Photo courtesy of New Jersey Future. On December 4, 2023, the Green Infrastructure Committee visited Princeton University to learn more about the great stormwater management planning and infrastructure they have built over the past 15+ years. Nitsch Engineering, the University’s stormwater management engineers, kicked off the visit with a presentation which was brought to life… Continue reading The Green Infrastructure Committee’s Tour of Princeton University’s Stormwater Management Infrastructure

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