Tag: New Jersey Conservation Foundation
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A little help from Mother Nature on climate change
By Tom Gilbert In the fight against climate change, it is clear New Jersey needs a full toolbox of strategies to address both the causes and impacts – from reducing greenhouse gas emissions from fossil fuels through clean energy and electrification, to nature-based solutions like preserving mature forests and converting flood-prone residential lands to open…
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For a mental health boost, go outside
By Alison Mitchell Ever had a “bad mood” day when you felt stressed, anxious or gloomy – only to have your spirits lifted just by going outside and spending time in the fresh air and sunshine? If so, you are not alone! Nature can be a powerful mood booster, as a multitude of studies have…
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Getting Outside, Together in all New Jersey communities
By Jay Watson Since the COVID-19 pandemic began two years ago, many people have rediscovered the joy of spending time in the great outdoors. Not only is being in the sunshine and fresh air good for physical and mental health, it is a great way to gather with friends when socializing indoors is not safe.…
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There is still time to avoid worst climate change impacts
By Tom Gilbert Let’s face it, the news on climate change can be pretty frightening: extreme storms, record-breaking heat waves, out-of-control wildfires, sea level rise and associated flooding. But amid the bad news, there are glimmers of hope that humanity still has the ability to prevent the worst impacts of a warming climate. We just…
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A shot in the arm for recycling – and the environment
By Alison Mitchell No matter where you live in New Jersey, blue recycling bins with their triangular-arrow logo are a familiar sight along rural, suburban and city streets. It has been 35 years since a mandatory recycling law was signed by former Gov. Tom Kean to reduce the amount of metal, glass, plastics, paper and…
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Parks for all: Celebrating Frederick Law Olmsted’s 200th
By Jay Watson New York’s world famous Central Park is a place of tranquil beauty, 843 acres of rolling terrain, winding paths, scenic woodlands, sweeping lawns, wide lakes, meandering streams and areas set aside for active recreation. It would be easy for visitors to assume this pastoral landscape came courtesy of Mother Nature, with a…
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New flu outbreak could affect New Jersey birds
By Tom Gilbert There is a new virus going around – one that people should be aware of, but not necessarily worried about catching. No, it Is not another COVID-19 variant. New Jersey wildlife and agriculture officials are keeping their eyes on an outbreak of a bird flu that is affecting wild and domestic birds…
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Goodbye, plastic bags, and good riddance
By Alison Mitchell Whether tumbling down roads, tangled in tree branches, floating in rivers or washed up on beaches, plastic shopping bags seem to be everywhere. They are among the most frequently found pieces of litter by volunteers cleaning up beaches, rivers and streams in New Jersey. Single-use plastic bags are harmful to wildlife. Aquatic…
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Foundation’s new report shows ‘The Future Is Electric’
By Tom Gilbert It may seem like a tall order: Make changes to your home to lower your energy bills, remove harmful pollutants from the air you breathe, and help in the global fight against climate change. But it is not as hard as it might sound. According to a new report commissioned by the…
