Environment
Regional policy, industrial remediation, and climate resilience across New York and New Jersey and the region. Core recurring topics include drinking water quality, toxic site cleanup, stormwater management, energy transition impacts, and regulatory reforms that balance state environmental mandates with regional economic growth.
Energy
Sherrill’s gubernatorial victory a boost to struggling offshore wind sector [ROI-NJ]
"Rep. Mikie Sherrill’s convincing victory in the governor’s race is seen by supporters of renewable energy as a boon for New Jersey’s struggling offshore wind sector."
Climate Resilience
How Coastal Erosion Works [Practical Engineering]
New Jersey has ~130 miles of ocean coastline. An important video from Practical Engineering on different ways to protect it.
Drinking Water
How the tristate area is tackling forever chemicals in local water systems [NJ Spotlight News]
"New Jersey is, in many ways, ground zero for some of the worst impacts of PFAS.” Water providers across the tristate area are racing to remove these “forever chemicals” from drinking water through new treatment systems and stricter testing.
Environment
100 Years of coastal defense: From bulkheads to beaches to new tools
Beach replenishment is not just about erosion control and preserving a way of life; the Jersey Shore is a cornerstone of New Jersey’s economy.
Environment
Unintended consequences: How warehouse pushback could choke roads and pollute the environment
"...forcing last mile warehouses further from the communities they serve will inevitably stretch the 'last mile' into 'many miles.' This means that a greater number of delivery vans and trucks will be required to travel significantly longer distances to reach residential neighborhoods. The compounding effects on traffic and air quality are profound"
Energy
FDU Poll Finds Voters Back New Natural Gas Plants
New Jersey voters support building new natural gas power plants by a 3-to-1 margin (64% support vs. 22% oppose) as a temporary "bridge" until other power sources are online.
Environment
Paterson pipe collapse exposes Passaic Valley Water Commission’s aging infrastructure [Yahoo News]
A massive water main break in North Jersey left nearly 200,000 residents without service and exposed the growing challenges of maintaining century-old infrastructure.
Climate Resilience
As California’s Emissions Rules Faces Court Battles, States Scramble To Save Their Climate Goals
Court battles over California’s emissions standards could shape the next phase of U.S. climate policy as states test new paths toward cleaner transportation.
Energy
In the shadow of refineries, a green energy plant rises in Linden
Amid the refineries and fuel depots of Linden, a different kind of energy project is emerging. The Linden Renewable Energy facility (LRE) will convert 1,475 tons of organic waste into 3,783 million BTUs of renewable natural gas (RNG) each day, channeling sustainable energy through the same pipeline network once reserved for fossil fuels. The output equals roughly 31,500 gallons of gasoline daily, enough to power thousands of homes.
Energy
World’s first fusion plant aims for zero-carbon power, breaks ground in Washington State [Interesting Engineering]
“Fusion represents an inspiring frontier in the world’s pursuit of clean and abundant power,” said Melanie Nakagawa, Microsoft’s Chief Sustainability Officer. “While the path to commercial fusion is still unfolding, we’re proud to support Helion’s pioneering work here in Washington state as part of our broader commitment to investing in sustainable energy.”