Lawmakers look to bolster NJ solar subsidy without costing you more
A Senate panel advanced a bill that bolsters New Jersey’s solar subsidy, though in a way that doesn’t increase consumer costs beyond what’s already in law.
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Ban advances on plastic bags, Styrofoam in NJ – paper bags, too
Plastic straws would survive, though only available by request. Supermarkets would be required for to give out reusable bags for free for two months.
Green group sees red, flunks Legislature on environment scorecard
An environmental group’s biennial Senate and Assembly scorecard gives failing marks to the Legislature on a whole.
'How I ruined the environment' — 7 New Jerseyans confess
Let’s face it, every once in a while, being an eco-friendly good citizen can be a pain.
New Jersey's annual bear hunt starts Monday
New Jersey’s annual bear hunt gets underway Monday, with neither sportsmen nor hunting opponents happy about its rules.
Most of NJ for action against plastic bags & straws, poll says
Nearly two-thirds of New Jerseyans back a ban on plastic bags, though support drops when asked about the details. A slim majority would ban plastic straws.
Environmentalists: Murphy's sabotaging climate change goals
The BPU begins public hearings on the 2050 energy goals this week. Environmentalists are pushing for a faster pivot to renewable sources.
Floriculture (flower gardening) is flourishing in New Jersey
New Jersey's floriculture industry ranks fourth in the nation.
'Clean energy' jobs in N.J. nears 55,000, with hopes for more
New report says the number of 'clean energy' jobs in New Jersey is approaching 52,000. Federal data suggest at least 2,800 more were added to that last year.
Murphy signs law allowing 'rain tax' on stormwater runoff
Local governments can begin charging property owners for the water that runs off their land when it rains, under a law signed by Gov. Phil Murphy.