Stormwater Utilities Can Facilitate Green Infrastructure (Updated October 2024)

Green infrastructure in Asbury Park, NJ. Photo courtesy of New Jersey Future.\ The Jersey Water Works Green Infrastructure Committee envisions a future in which green infrastructure is incorporated into developments across the state, leading to reduced flood risk, improved water quality, more walkable streets, and healthier communities. The Asset Management and Finance’s Stormwater Utilities Subcommittee… Continue reading Stormwater Utilities Can Facilitate Green Infrastructure (Updated October 2024)

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.

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So You’re a Green Infrastructure Champion, Now What? A Roadmap for Project Planning & Advocacy

As a resident of a watershed, you have a vital role to play in advocating for the planning and implementation of green infrastructure practices. You can help raise awareness, educate others, participate in public engagement processes, and influence decisions that affect the planning, design, implementation, and maintenance of green infrastructure projects. This resource shares some… Continue reading So You’re a Green Infrastructure Champion, Now What? A Roadmap for Project Planning & Advocacy

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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Key Points Made at Ninth Annual Jersey Water Works Conference

Members of the Jersey Water Works collaborative shared an incredible amount of important information at the ninth Annual Jersey Water Works conference on December 13, 2023. Over 200 participants gathered at The College of New Jersey in Ewing, NJ, to learn from the water sector’s leaders, experts, and advocates on different topics that catered to… Continue reading Key Points Made at Ninth Annual Jersey Water Works Conference

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Stormwater Utility Information Forum Hosted by Members of Jersey Water Works

Is your municipality interested in learning more about stormwater utilities? From June to November 2023, members of the Jersey Water Works Stormwater Utility subcommittee organized a series of informational forums for utility leaders, government stormwater managers, municipal and county representatives, and elected officials. Dedicated stormwater utility experts and peers in the industry shared insights with… Continue reading Stormwater Utility Information Forum Hosted by Members of Jersey Water Works

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A Multi-Lingual Approach: Spanish Language Green Infrastructure Workshop Hosted by Sustainable Princeton and The Watershed Institute

Photo credit: Lucia Middleton, The Watershed Institute For the first time ever, Sustainable Princeton and The Watershed Institute hosted a green infrastructure workshop entirely in Spanish. Green infrastructure is an increasingly important landscaping practice in New Jersey, especially with the new Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) Permit and the increased flood risk that New Jerseyans… Continue reading A Multi-Lingual Approach: Spanish Language Green Infrastructure Workshop Hosted by Sustainable Princeton and The Watershed Institute

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