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Rebuild by Design @rebuildbydesign.bsky.social · 2d

"New Jersey’s next generation of climate leaders isn’t waiting — they’re leading.
Join us for Under 30 and Over It!, a panel featuring young professionals shaping climate policy, advancing environmental justice, and building resilient communities.
Oct 22 | 7–8 PM | Zoom
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New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection @dep.nj.gov · 3d

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

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

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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Nick Angarone @nickangarone.bsky.social · 8d

Here we go again…

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Nick Angarone @nickangarone.bsky.social · 8d

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Nick Angarone @nickangarone.bsky.social · 11d

N.J. scientists: Trump’s EPA disregards our health to serve corporate interests | Opinion

The Trump administration EPA rollbacks represent a deliberate shift away from science-based public health protection and toward a deregulatory agenda that serves corporate interests.

www.nj.com

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Nick Angarone @nickangarone.bsky.social · 11d

What this article avoids is the difficult question of whether these homes can, or should, be saved. It may sound callous but we’re going to face thousands of such decisions. With limited resources for #ClimateResilience we can’t protect everything everywhere forever. There are no easy answers left.

Near North Wildwood, Grassy Sound residents fear their homes will soon float away

The marshland of Grassy Sound — a roughly 180-acre island straddling both sides of North Wildwood Boulevard — is deteriorating rapidly, and residents fear it will eventually wash away.

pressofatlanticcity.com

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Michael Sol Warren @michaelsolwarren.com · 13d

I’m still on leave so won’t be covering this as normal, but this is a report that folks across NJ should read

New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection @dep.nj.gov · 13d

🌎 Responding to the Economic Risks of Climate Change 🌎

Rising seas, increasing heat, wildfires, and heavier flooding are projected to strain New Jersey’s transportation networks, energy supplies and water infrastructure. (1/4)

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Nick Angarone @nickangarone.bsky.social · 13d

Climate change is having, and will continue to have, an outsized impact on the #NJ economy. This new report by @dep.nj.gov lays it out in stark terms. It’s time to invest in #ClimateResilience.

New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection @dep.nj.gov · 13d

🌎 Responding to the Economic Risks of Climate Change 🌎

Rising seas, increasing heat, wildfires, and heavier flooding are projected to strain New Jersey’s transportation networks, energy supplies and water infrastructure. (1/4)

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Nick Angarone @nickangarone.bsky.social · 14d

As an aside, the clickbait framing of headlines on @nj.com has become obnoxious and embarrassing.

Nick Angarone @nickangarone.bsky.social · 14d

With increasing heat due to climate change and the rising costs of electricity, this new #NJ law to prevent utility shutoffs in the summer is a literal lifesaver. #ClimateResilience

These N.J. residents won’t face summertime utility shutoffs under new law

The new program prevents utility companies from disconnecting service for certain customers during the summer months.

www.nj.com

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Nick Angarone @nickangarone.bsky.social · 15d

"One project potentially affected by the pause is the New Jersey Back Bays Coastal Storm Risk Management Study."

Nick Angarone @nickangarone.bsky.social · 15d

How many more signs do we need to tell us that our reliance on the Army Corps for New Jersey's resilience needs is a fool's game? #NJ must establish stable state funding to support our state agencies and communities invest in #ClimateResilience.

Army Corps halts some large-scale flood studies

The agency intends to reevaluate whether nonstructural projects, such as home elevations, are a good use of its resources.

www.eenews.net

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New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection @dep.nj.gov · 16d

Floodwaters can be tough to navigate on your own, but the Blue Acres program is here to help guide you to safety.

Watch the entire video at: youtube.com/watch?v=PT7qS6CcuPQ

Learn more about the Blue Acres program at: dep.nj.gov/blueacres/

#NJClimateWeek2025

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Nick Angarone @nickangarone.bsky.social · 16d

Check out New Jersey's plan to address the often-overlooked issue of ocean acidification!

New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection @dep.nj.gov · 16d

🌊 Protecting NJ Waters from Ocean Acidification 🐚

The New Jersey Ocean Acidification Action Plan focuses on research, monitoring, partnerships, and education to protect marine habitats, the shellfish industry, and the coastal economy.

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New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection @dep.nj.gov · 16d

Learn how the Blue Acres program helped this Hunterdon County homeowner escape the dangers of flooding and ensure his family’s safety for the future.

Watch the entire video at: youtube.com/watch?v=PT7qS6CcuPQ

Learn more about the Blue Acres program at: dep.nj.gov/blueacres/

#NJClimateWeek2025

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New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection @dep.nj.gov · 17d

The Murphy Admin. today kicked off NJ Climate Week by highlighting its work to make the state more resilient to growing climate impacts while also presenting the fifth Our Water’s Worth It award to The Watershed Institute for improving regional stormwater management 💧

News release - bit.ly/46QAvd6

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Nick Angarone @nickangarone.bsky.social · 17d

Proud of the work we've done to promote #ClimateResilience in #NJ.

New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection @dep.nj.gov · 17d

The Murphy Admin. today kicked off NJ Climate Week by highlighting its work to make the state more resilient to growing climate impacts while also presenting the fifth Our Water’s Worth It award to The Watershed Institute for improving regional stormwater management 💧

News release - bit.ly/46QAvd6

Nick Angarone @nickangarone.bsky.social · 27d

Poll Finds Concerns About Extreme Weather

New poll data from Fairleigh Dickinson University shows three-quarters of New Jerseyans surveyed are either very concerned or somewhat concerned that extreme weather will increase the amount of proper...

capemaycountyherald.com

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Nick Angarone @nickangarone.bsky.social · 28d

Use these tools to assess local wildfire risk as we head into the fall fire season

New Jersey residents can use these tools to assess the wildfire risk in their area as we head into the fall fire season.

www.northjersey.com

Nick Angarone @nickangarone.bsky.social · 28d

New Jersey's fall wildfire season is off to an early start. Here's why it's expected to be another active year.

New Jersey's fall wildfire season is off to an early start with the ignition of the Buckabear Wildfire last Wednesday.

www.cbsnews.com

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Nick Angarone @nickangarone.bsky.social · Sep 9

This is what an investment in #ClimateResilience gets you.

N.J. town transforms parking lot into 6 pickleball courts, doubles size of existing park

The park, once a parking lot, now features six pickleball courts, a full basketball court, playground, splash pad, and other amenities.

www.nj.com

Nick Angarone @nickangarone.bsky.social · Sep 8

#NJ elected officials...what are we waiting for??

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Nick Angarone @nickangarone.bsky.social · Sep 8

And we know that the public overwhelmingly supports investing in #ClimateResilience, regardless of political party based on polling released today by @fduwhatsnew.bsky.social .

Poll: Most NJ voters fear extreme weather, back resilience - NJBIZ

A new FDU poll shows 77% of New Jersey voters worry about extreme weather, with strong support for state action.

njbiz.com

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Nick Angarone @nickangarone.bsky.social · Sep 8

We know that an investment by #NJ in #ClimateResilience would result in thousands of jobs based on a report released today by @rebuildbydesign.bsky.social.

rebuildbydesign.org

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