NJ Office of Climate Action and the Green Economy

Providing strategic leadership, vision & coordination to address climate change, expand the green economy, invest in NJ’s clean energy future, & commit to EJ.

[New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection @NewJerseyDEP]

The Murphy Administration’s Interagency Council on Climate Resilience today released its first annual report highlighting progress made to make the state more resilient to the far-reaching impacts of climate change, from the public health dangers of extreme heat to the impacts of flooding caused by sea-level rise and increasing precipitation. News release at https://t.co/qHn3iE3Y7d

[Advanced Energy United @AdvEnergyUnited]

At yesterday’s @pjminterconnect meeting on regional transmission planning, @PreeThangaraj, Deputy Director of @ClimateOfficeNJ, emphasized the need for forward-looking infrastructure planning.

We couldn’t agree more! #FixPJM

[NJ Office of Climate Action and the Green Economy @ClimateOfficeNJ]

New Jersey’s work to promote clean transportation is making a real impact. Electric vehicles are reducing emissions and lowering electricity rates—benefiting all residents. @govmurphy @NJBPU @NewJerseyDEP

Learn more about @SynapseEnergy’s findings here: https://t.co/zhP9QKXoFd

[NJ Office of Climate Action and the Green Economy @ClimateOfficeNJ]

NJ is taking a holistic approach to grid planning and modernization to meet our clean energy and economic development goals and make our grid more responsive and affordable, our Executive Director Eric Miller shared at @NJUtilities Annual Conference panel on Grid Reliability.

[PJM Interconnection @pjminterconnect]

PJM’s Executive Director of Governmental Services Jason Stanek joined together with Paul Heitmann of the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities, Richard Mroz of Archer Public Affairs, Michael Demas of JCP&L, Ed Grey of PSE&G and Eric Miller of the New Jersey Governor’s Office on Climate Action for a panel on grid modernization at NJUA’s Annual Conference titled ‘Establishing the Grid Reliability Plan for NJ’s Energy Master Plan.’

Stanek highlighted PJM’s work to prepare for the grid of the future, including enhanced electrification and data center development and PJM’s focus on reliability within a changing energy landscape. He also referenced the collaboration at play with New Jersey and all states in the PJM footprint to ensure reliability through this ongoing energy transition.

[Governor Phil Murphy @GovMurphy]

Today, we also wish a bittersweet farewell to Catherine Klinger, our Director of @ClimateOfficeNJ.

Thank you for your dedication to building a cleaner and more sustainable New Jersey.

[Governor Phil Murphy @GovMurphy]

Thanks to the hard work of @ClimateOfficeNJ, @NJBPU, @NewJerseyEDA, & @NewJerseyDEP, offshore wind projects will bring an estimated $6.8b to New Jersey’s economy and move us towards our goal of 100% clean energy by 2035. https://t.co/0JCaLiMHjd

[NJ Office of Climate Action and the Green Economy @ClimateOfficeNJ]

An exciting week for Clean Energy! The @NJBPU unanimously approved two awards in its third solicitation for 3,742 MW of offshore wind capacity. The Leading Light Wind project is expected to generate up to 2,400MW. The Attentive Energy Two project is expected to provide 1342MW.

[NJ Board of Public Utilities (NJBPU) @NJBPU]

Today, NJBPU awarded a combined 3,742 MW of offshore wind capacity to Invenergy and energyRE’s Leading Light Wind and Attentive Energy LLC’s Attentive Project Two, furthering the state toward @govmurphy's goal of 100% clean energy by 2035.

PRESS RELEASE: https://t.co/mR2K8P75a4

[NJ Board of Public Utilities (NJBPU) @NJBPU]

Today, NJBPU awarded a combined 3,742 MW of offshore wind capacity to Invenergy and energyRE’s Leading Light Wind and Attentive Energy LLC’s Attentive Project Two, furthering the state toward @govmurphy's goal of 100% clean energy by 2035.

PRESS RELEASE: https://t.co/mR2K8P75a4

[U.S. Climate Alliance @USClimate]

📢 The climate crisis is here — & this is America’s #AllHandsOnDeck moment.

At #COP28, we released new findings on how our 25 states & territories are answering the call.

Learn about our coalition’s progress ➡️ https://t.co/HMJ66ZpyKF

[NJ Office of Climate Action and the Green Economy @ClimateOfficeNJ]

Orsted's decision to cancel NJ offshore wind projects is disappointing. But let's be clear, Orsted didn't get a dime, and the future of NJ' offshore wind industry is strong. #CleanEnergy #CleanEnergyjobs #CleanAir #offshorewind

[NJ Office of Climate Action and the Green Economy @ClimateOfficeNJ]

Confronting the climate crisis means fighting for cleaner air & healthier communities.

We are tackling emissions in buildings &
quadrupling energy-saving heat pump installations by 2030. @NJGov @USClimate @GovMurphy

Learn more ➡,- https://t.co/GtzmqmFE2B
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[U.S. Climate Alliance @USClimate]

🏙️🏡 Today at #ClimateWeekNYC, the Alliance’s 25 governors announced bold new climate action.

Slashing emissions from buildings improves indoor air quality & makes homes more energy efficient. 

📢 Full announcement ➡️ https://t.co/DoHUpxQwzi

[NJ Board of Public Utilities (NJBPU) @NJBPU]

Please join NJBPU President Christine Guhl-Sadovy alongside Kim Hanemann, and Amy Cradic for the Climate Week 2023 Women in Energy Panel this Friday, September 22, 2023.

Register here: https://t.co/cxeAYwmSli

[NJ Board of Public Utilities (NJBPU) @NJBPU]

Yesterday, we wrapped up Day 2 of the EO317 Technical Conference! Thank you to attendees & staff who joined us in-person, watched via live-stream, & participated in productive discussions around the future of our voluntary building decarbonization programs!

Highlights include ⬇️

[NJ Board of Public Utilities (NJBPU) @NJBPU]

Day 1 of the EO317 Technical Conference was a success! ✔️ Staff and attendees enjoyed robust discussion around:
• Clean heat
• Consumer costs
• Financial health of natural gas utilities.

Highlights include ⤵️

[Governor Phil Murphy @GovMurphy]

The final adoption will further the promise of environmental justice by:

🌎Prioritizing community engagement
🌎Reducing public health risks through the use of pollution controls
🌎Limiting negative impacts new pollution-generating facilities have on vulnerable communities.

[Governor Phil Murphy @GovMurphy]

Kicking off #EarthWeek with the final adoption of regulations to implement our landmark Environmental Justice Law. 🌎

Today, we are furthering our promise of environmental justice and a New Jersey where everyone can live, work, learn, and recreate in a healthy environment.

[New Jersey EDA @NewJerseyEDA]

April is #EarthMonth! Throughout the month, we'll spotlight #NJEDA programs & initiatives that are investing in our communities & helping create a stronger, fairer and GREENER New Jersey economy. Investing in our planet starts at the local level. 🌎

[Tammy Murphy @FirstLadyNJ]

I am thrilled to recognize the recipients of the Green Jobs Council’s NJ BRIDGE Initiative grant award.

Their contributions will jumpstart and support green economy opportunities across our state as we continue to fight for a cleaner, and greener, New Jersey.

[U.S. Climate Alliance @USClimate]

BREAKING: @WhiteHouse launches new Federal-State Buy Clean Partnership to bolster collaboration & use of low-carbon construction materials.

To kickstart this effort, we’re providing targeted assistance to states.

More ➡️ https://t.co/1QgnBPmw3G

[NJ Board of Public Utilities (NJBPU) @NJBPU]

TODAY: NJBPU has launched the #NJ Community Solar Project Finder. The online tool allows NJ residents to search by zip code for solar projects serving their community. Read the press release: https://t.co/XYE3nG3JHo
Register for the webinar on March 8th: https://t.co/kO4SEdR6Z5