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New Jersey LCV @njlcv.bsky.social · 13h

Our next governor must double down on clean energy to help lower prices, create jobs,and fight climate change. Clean energy will help decrease air pollution and improve public health.

https://bit.ly/4o2QaMO

To address the Energy Affordability Crisis, New Jersey’s next governor must double down on Clean Energy | Op-Ed | ROI-NJ

In the face of growing global climate risks, and a recession coupled with an energy affordability crisis in New Jersey, all barriers that might slow the transition to a clean energy economy must be re...

www.roi-nj.com

New Jersey LCV @njlcv.bsky.social · 1d

Mail in voters! Don’t forget to postmark or return your ballot to your county’s secure dropbox location by 8PM on Election Day on Tuesday, November 4.

#NJElections #VoteByMail #MailInVoter #VoteEarly

https://nj.gov/state/elections/vote-by-mail.shtml

New Jersey LCV @njlcv.bsky.social · 2d

#BigNews: NJ Attorney General Matthew Platkin and 22 other plaintiffs are SUING the US EPA + EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin for illegally ending the Solar for All program which lowered costs and made clean energy accessible for over 900,000 low income households.

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New Jersey LCV @njlcv.bsky.social · 3d

The New Jersey LCV Victory Fund, the political voice for the environment in NJ is excited to be running this ad in support of our endorsed candidates from legislative district 38 who are running for re-election – Assemblywoman Lisa Swain and Assemblyman Christopher Tully.
https://bit.ly/43htj7w

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New Jersey LCV @njlcv.bsky.social · 3d

NJ families are facing a hidden health crisis. Energy insecurity, defined as the inability to adequately meet household energy needs, affects as many as 1 in 3 U.S. households, and roughly 25 million households forego food or medicine needs in order to pay for energy.
https://bit.ly/4997k6x

I’m a N.J. doctor, there’s a medical emergency hiding in your utility bill | Opinion

Energy insecurity results in devastating trade-offs as families struggling to keep the lights cut back on medications and delay doctor visits.

www.nj.com

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New Jersey LCV @njlcv.bsky.social · 5d

The Nor’easter that hit our communities the past few days is yet another warning that New Jersey is a coastal state that’s extremely vulnerable to the effects of the climate crisis. NJ needs stronger protections like the NJPACT REAL Rules to protect our communities, homes, and economy.

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New Jersey LCV @njlcv.bsky.social · 6d

#ICYMI: We endorsed a slate of over 120 environmental champions running for state and local office who will make clean air, clean water, and protecting open space a priority in their communities. Check out who we endorsed in your area!
https://bit.ly/43htj7w

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New Jersey LCV @njlcv.bsky.social · 6d

We’re saying #NOKINGS (again!) on Saturday, October 18. This country belongs to us, not a king. Find an event near you: https://www.nokings.org/?utm_source=lcv

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New Jersey LCV @njlcv.bsky.social · 7d

#ICYMI: The New Jersey LCV Victory Fund, the political voice for the environment in New Jersey, announced a $1.2 million investment in digital and mail programs to help elect our endorsed candidate for Governor, Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill.

#NJElections #MikieSherrill #JackCiattarelli

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New Jersey LCV @njlcv.bsky.social · 8d

The deadline to register to vote in NJ is THIS TUESDAY, OCTOBER 14! Don’t miss your chance to make your voice heard in the crucial election for governor and General Assembly! Make sure you are registered and that your information is up to date!
https://bit.ly/2JMq7YG

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New Jersey LCV @njlcv.bsky.social · 9d

New Jersey has prioritized a clean energy future, and its created thousands of new jobs over the last several years! #CleanEnergy is the future. Not only will clean energy lower our power bills and decrease pollution, but it will put people to work.
https://bit.ly/48HUhsT

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New Jersey LCV @njlcv.bsky.social · 10d

#GreatNews! The New Jersey DEP launched a tool to help NJ residents, local governments, nonprofit orgs, and businesses find funding for #CleanEnergy and sustainability projects.
https://bit.ly/3IYr7Li

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New Jersey LCV @njlcv.bsky.social · 11d

New Jersey LCV endorsee @mikiesherrill.bsky.social has proven she’s the leader NJ needs. We deserve a governor who has a real plan to lower costs and fight for a clean energy future. Tune in tonight at 7pm as Mikie faces off with MAGA backed Jack for their final debate. https://bit.ly/3VX1yNQ

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New Jersey LCV @njlcv.bsky.social · 12d

There’s just 28 days left until Election Day on Tuesday, November 4. Do you have a voting plan? Make sure to mark these important dates in your calendar.

#NJElections #GeneralElections

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New Jersey LCV @njlcv.bsky.social · 14d

The voter registration deadline for the General Election is on Tuesday, October 14! You can also take this opportunity to check your registration status and update your information if you’ve moved or changed your name.

https://voter.svrs.nj.gov/register

#NJElections #VoterRegistration

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New Jersey LCV @njlcv.bsky.social · 15d

The dirty NESE gas pipeline project threatens our wetlands, water quality, and our communities. Let’s put the pressure on our leaders to stop this project once and for all! #StopNESE
https://action.njlcv.org/a/stop-nese-murphy?ms=BK

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New Jersey LCV @njlcv.bsky.social · 18d

Our September Newsletter is out! Check out the latest news, upcoming events, and ways to take action to protect our environment and communities.

Not part of our newsletter list? Sign up today! ✏️

https://www.njlcv.org/newsletter-archive

Newsletter Archive

New Jersey LCV is the statewide political voice for the environment

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New Jersey LCV @njlcv.bsky.social · 20d

Life after returning your mail in ballot 📬

You can mail your ballot or drop it off at a secure drop box location in your county: nj.gov/state/electi...

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New Jersey LCV @njlcv.bsky.social · 24d

The ruby-throated hummingbird is making its way south for the winter! You can still spot some of these tiny powerhouses in your backyards for a short amount of time
https://www.northjersey.com/story/news/environment/2025/09/23/nj-hummingbird-fall-migration-2025/86289522007/

A look at New Jersey's hummingbird migration: When do they leave? Where do they go?

As summer turns to fall, New Jersey's ruby-throated hummingbirds will head south for the winter. How to track their migration.

www.northjersey.com

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New Jersey LCV @njlcv.bsky.social · 24d

Today is the last day to tell the New Jersey DEP to deny all permits for the dirty NESE pipeline. We must protect our environment, communities, and our future from this unneeded project. #StopNESE #SayNoToNESE
https://action.njlcv.org/a/nese-njdep-public-comment-25?ms=BK

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New Jersey LCV @njlcv.bsky.social · 26d

There’s just two days left to submit a comment to put a stop to the dirty NESE pipeline, which threatens to destroy our wetlands and communities. We need the voices from New Jerseyans from all over the state now more than ever. #StopNESE
https://action.njlcv.org/a/nese-njdep-public-comment-25?ms=BK

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New Jersey LCV @njlcv.bsky.social · 26d

@govmurphy.bsky.social opened #NewJerseyClimateWeek by honoring The Watershed Institute for its work on improving regional stormwater management. Their work is more important than ever!
https://wrnjradio.com/murphy-administration-launches-climate-week-honors-watershed-institute-for-stormwater-work/

Murphy administration launches Climate Week, honors Watershed Institute for stormwater work - WRNJ Radio

TRENTON, N.J. — The Murphy administration opened New Jersey Climate Week on Monday by touting state progress on climate resilience and honoring The Watershed Institute for its work in improving …

wrnjradio.com

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New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection @dep.nj.gov · 27d

Today, Commissioner @shawnlatur.bsky.social spoke at DEP’s 2025 Climate Week Kickoff Event and the fifth “Our Water’s Worth It” Awards, which honored The Watershed Institute for its leadership in promoting and advancing regional stormwater management.

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New Jersey LCV @njlcv.bsky.social · 28d

#GreatNews! The New Jersey DEP and @govmurphy.bsky.social administration announced $20 million in grants to fund the purchase of electric school buses and the installation of public charging stations.
https://dep.nj.gov/newsrel/25_0040/

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New Jersey LCV @njlcv.bsky.social · 29d

#GreatNews! The 35-acre Tucker Farm in Somerset County is now permanently dedicated to agriculture. The NJ Conservation Foundation secured a grant from NJ Highlands Council which helped preserve this land.
https://patch.com/new-jersey/baskingridge/35-acres-farmland-preserved-peapack-gladstone

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