The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the City of Trenton are preparing to undertake a habitat restoration project that adds parkland and natural space.
Development and Redevelopment
Sept. 15 Community Meeting Will Focus on Reopening of Downtown Trenton’s Assunpink Creek
Thursday, September 11th, 2014Report: Prompt Action Is Needed for Best-Practices Upgrade of New Jersey’s Urban Water Infrastructure
Tuesday, September 9th, 2014The report from a May convening stresses the need for prompt action on best-practices upgrades to New Jersey’s urban water systems.
Creating a Voice for the Voiceless in a Changing Urban Climate
Thursday, September 4th, 2014In this next installment from Inspiring Solutions, environmental justice organizer Kim Gaddy explains how green infrastructure can improve the long-term health of New Jersey’s cities and their residents.
Documentary About Coastal Development in New Jersey To Be Shown in Rumson
Wednesday, August 27th, 2014New Jersey Future is sponsoring a free screening Sept. 20 of Shored Up, a documentary that examines the difficult issues related to coastal development in the face of severe weather and sea level rise. After the screening there will be a panel discussion and question-and-answer session.
Survey Will Help Sandy-Affected Towns Address Future Flood Risks
Tuesday, August 26th, 2014A survey will help Sandy-damaged towns determine their residents’ readiness to address flood risks.
Shared Investment in Urban Water Systems Will Lead to Clean Rivers, More Vibrant Communities
Monday, August 25th, 2014The Dodge Foundation’s Chris Daggett and Margaret Waldock discuss the importance of shared investments in upgrading New Jersey’s urban water infrastructure.
New Jersey’s Urban Water Systems: A Challenge, and an Opportunity for Collaboration, Engagement, Innovation, Vision
Monday, August 4th, 2014Chris Sturm and Peter Kasabach share their thoughts on how New Jersey can turn this urban water infrastructure crisis into an opportunity for long-term prosperity.
Proposed CAFRA Rule Amendment Increases Dangers from Flooding and Future Storms
Friday, August 1st, 2014New Jersey Future’s comments on the proposed new CAFRA rules call for more stringent protections.
New Report Highlights Opportunities To Protect Pinelands Water Resources
Tuesday, July 29th, 2014A new report highlights the current and future pressures that development in the Pinelands growth areas is putting on water resources, and offers recommendations to minimize its negative effects.
New Draft COAH Rules Ignore Potential of Redevelopment
Friday, July 25th, 2014COAH’s recently published draft rules, which spell out municipal affordable-housing obligations, ignore the potential to develop housing on already-built sites.