Tag: Sustainable Jersey
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Hillsborough Township achieves 10th Sustainable Jersey certification
Hillsborough has once again met the stringent requirements to achieve Silver Certification through Sustainable Jersey. The Silver level means a municipality has made significant progress in a number of categories toward sustainability and is a statewide and national leader, according to information provided by the township on Dec. 15. Hillsborough is one of 52…
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Bike share program drives sustainable mission in Woodbridge
By ALAN KARMIN Correspondent WOODBRIDGE – In 2020, Woodbridge Township earned the designation as a “Healthy Town” by New Jersey Health Care Quality Institute and the Mayor’s Wellness Campaign. And, recently, the Township continued its movement toward a healthier community by initiating a bike sharing program for residents. The township purchased and placed 20 bicycles…
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Hillsborough mayor urges all Somerset County residents to take part in water conservation challenge
Hillsborough Mayor Shawn Lipani is joining mayors across the country for the 10th anniversary of the National Mayor’s Challenge for Water Conservation by asking residents to make a long-term commitment to manage water resources more wisely. The annual challenge, from April 1-30, is a non-profit national community service campaign that encourages leaders to inspire their…
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Sustainable Jersey grant will be used by Princeton grounds crews for battery-operated equipment
With a $10,000 grant in hand, the grounds crews that work for the Municipality of Princeton and the Princeton Public Schools may begin to move away from gasoline-powered lawn and landscaping equipment and toward battery-operated equipment. The grant from Sustainable Jersey also will help the town and the school district – with some help from…
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Hillsborough named second most certified town in state by Sustainable Jersey
Hillsborough has once again met the rigorous requirements to achieve Silver Certification by Sustainable Jersey. The silver level means a municipality has made significant progress in a number of categories toward sustainability and is a statewide and national leader. Hillsborough is one of 55 towns, and one of three in Somerset County, that has attained…
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East Brunswick to hold drive-thru seedling pickup on June 6
EAST BRUNSWICK – A “Drive-Thru” Free Tree Seedlings event will be held in East Brunswick as part of the New Jersey Forest Service’s New Jersey Tree Recovery Campaign. Social distancing guidelines must be adhered to during the event, which will take place at 9 a.m. on June 6 at the Crystal Springs Family Waterpark, 380…
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Pennington Farmers Market opens on June 6 for 12th season
The Pennington Farmers Market (PFM) will begin its 12th season on June 6. Open every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. through late November, Pennington Farmers Market attracts hundreds of visitors each week, who come to purchase local produce and support local businesses. The foundation of the market is formed by neighborhood farms –…
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Allentown officials will pursue Sustainable Jersey certification
ALLENTOWN – The Allentown Borough Council will pursue local initiatives that elected officials believe will lead to Sustainable Jersey municipal certification. According to its website, Sustainable Jersey “is a nonprofit organization that provides tools, training and financial incentives to support communities as they pursue sustainability programs.” During a meeting on Feb. 25, council members passed…
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Bordentown City recipient of grant award to conduct solar energy study
Bordentown City is the recent recipient of grant money that will be used to conduct a comprehensive solar study. The study will result in how the municipality can best integrate solar energy and battery systems into its operations. Bordentown City officials announced on Jan. 21 that the municipality was selected as a $10,000 grant award…