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New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection @dep.nj.gov · 19h

Thank you to everyone who joined us for two days of collaboration, learning, and progress toward protecting public health and our environment.

#2025PFASSummit #PFAS #NewJersey

New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection @dep.nj.gov · 19h

That’s a wrap on the 2025 PFAS Summit! 👏

Deputy Commissioner Kati Angarone closed the event with a reminder that addressing PFAS contamination takes partnership across government, industry, academia and communities. Together we are making real strides toward a cleaner and safer New Jersey 💧

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New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection @dep.nj.gov · 1d

The PFAS Summit is an outgrowth of New Jersey’s commitment to take PFAS Action to improve and protect public health and the environment we all share. The two-day conference brings together practitioners to share science, technology, and their experiences related to PFAS.

#2025PFASSummit #PFAS #NJ

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New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection @dep.nj.gov · 1d

Yesterday Commissioner @shawnlatur.bsky.social welcomed attendees to the 2025 PFAS Summit at NJIT, highlighting the state’s legacy of environmental leadership and commitment to tackling emerging contaminants head-on.

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New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection @dep.nj.gov · 1d

🍂Fall brings a period of heightened black bear activity as the animals must consume large amounts of food in preparation for the winter denning season. (2/2)

New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection @dep.nj.gov · 1d

Reduce the potential for encounters with black bears this fall by taking measures to properly store garbage and eliminate access to other sources of food around your yard or while outdoors. 🐻

🔗News release at bit.ly/3VYuLI3 (1/2)

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New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection @dep.nj.gov · 2d

These electric trucks are reducing greenhouse gas emissions, protecting our beautiful state parks, and demonstrating how DEP is leading by example on the road to a more sustainable future for all New Jerseyans. 🌱

Watch our video at: youtube.com/watch?v=eif3uqJ3ytc

Leading the Charge on Electric Vehicles in New Jersey

YouTube video by New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection

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New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection @dep.nj.gov · 2d

🚘⚡ DEP is leading the charge on electric vehicles in New Jersey!

This #DriveElectricMonth, we got to witness New Jersey’s expanding EV fleet in action at Allaire State Park.

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New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection @dep.nj.gov · 3d

NJOneStopShop.org is a user-friendly interactive tool that identifies federal, state, local & utility funding resources that can help reduce project cost with an approximation of eligible incentives & percentage of covered project costs.

Read our entire news release at: dep.nj.gov/newsrel/25_0044/

New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection @dep.nj.gov · 3d

Yesterday, Commissioner @shawnlatur.bsky.social announced the availability of a new online tool to help residents, local governments, nonprofit organizations & businesses easily identify funding opportunities for projects that mitigate greenhouse gas emissions, reduce costs, and improve air quality.

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Office of the NJ State Climatologist @njclimate.bsky.social · 3d

5/ The month ended with most of north Jersey categorized on the US Drought Monitor as being Abnormally Dry or in Moderate Drought, and October 1st found the NJ Department of Environmental Protection (@dep.nj.gov) declaring a Drought Watch across the entire state.

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Office of the NJ State Climatologist @njclimate.bsky.social · 3d

🧵 New Jersey's September 2025 temperature averaged 68.1°. This was 1.2° above the 1991–2020 normal and ranked as the 16th warmest September since records commenced in 1895. Ten of the twenty warmest Septembers have occurred since 2010.

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New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection @dep.nj.gov · 3d

“Along with our partners at the New Jersey Department of Transportation, we urge drivers to be especially cautious and alert to the possibility of deer suddenly appearing in roadways, as well as know how to reduce the risk of a collision and possible serious injury to themselves or others.”

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New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection @dep.nj.gov · 3d

“A majority of vehicle collisions involving deer happen during the fall mating season,” said Dave Golden, Assistant Commissioner for NJDEP Fish & Wildlife.

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New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection @dep.nj.gov · 3d

Increased deer activity related to the rutting season comes as the amount of daylight decreases, increasing collision risks, especially during morning and evening commutes. ⚠️🦌

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New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection @dep.nj.gov · 3d

The Murphy Administration today reminded motorists to be extra vigilant on roadways as the fall white-tailed deer rut, or mating season, gets underway.

🔗News release at bit.ly/48jGIzB

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New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection @dep.nj.gov · 4d

Autumn in New Jersey 🍂🍃🌿

What are your favorite NJ State Parks for leaf-peeping? 👀

📍This photo was taken at Jenny Jump State Forest in Hope, NJ.

Photo of trails through the forest in the fall in New Jersey with sun shining through the leaves

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New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection @dep.nj.gov · 4d

📅 Application Deadline: November 3, 2025 at 4:00 PM. Submit your application early to maximize your chance!

💭 Have questions or need guidance? Contact us at [email protected] – we’re here to help. Visit dep.nj.gov/jobs/#internships to apply! (4/4)

New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection @dep.nj.gov · 4d

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New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection @dep.nj.gov · 4d

Through Spark, you will:
🤝 Work alongside professionals in real-world environmental and public service projects
🤝 Build practical skills and experience that enhance your resume
🤝 Develop a professional network within state government (2/4)

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New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection @dep.nj.gov · 4d

Are you ready to gain hands-on experience in environmental protection and explore a career in government? DEP's Spark Internship Program offers paid, professional development and work-based learning opportunities for students eager to make an impact. (1/4)

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New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection @dep.nj.gov · 4d

Grant applications are now available at dep.nj.gov/ocr/resilientnj and are due Wednesday, Oct 29.

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New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection @dep.nj.gov · 4d

The Resilient NJ program, administered through DEP’s Office of Climate Resilience, will use this round of funding to provide grants of up to $300,000 to municipalities that join other to establish self-identified regions, and then work to develop regional Resilience Action Plans.

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New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection @dep.nj.gov · 4d

While water conservation is important all the time, it is especially important during times of drought. For additional water conservation tips, visit dep.nj.gov/conserve-water/.

For updated information about the status of NJ's water supplies, visit dep.nj.gov/drought/.

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New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection @dep.nj.gov · 4d

New Jersey has returned to a Drought Watch; follow these 10 simple steps to save water this fall! 💧

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