New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection

The NJDEP protects @NJGov's air, land and water and manages the Garden State's natural lands, wildlife and parks.

[New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection @NewJerseyDEP]

NJ reminds residents to continue to take simple, proactive steps to protect themselves and their families from mosquito-borne illness.

🔗News release at https://t.co/ejqKw2HiZ3

[New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection @NewJerseyDEP]

From September 28 through September 30, DEP’s Office of Coastal Engineering performed post-storm inspections along the coastline to ascertain impacts following the recent Nor`easter.

Our experts inspected 240 specific locations during pre-storm and post-storm assessments that equated to 81 reaches of coast. Of the 81 reaches inspected, 53 had minor beach or dune erosion, 18 had moderate beach or dune erosion, and 10 had major beach or dune erosion.

Read the full report at: https://t.co/sNKPmMmgTs #DEPDelivers

[New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection @NewJerseyDEP]

Planting 1,000 trees in Trenton isn’t just an environmental milestone — it’s a community‑driven climate solution. 🌳

Funded by DEP’s Natural Climate Solutions grant program, @ConserveNJ and partners @IslesInc, @MercerCountyOEA, @theH2Oshed, @trentondowntown, Equity by Design, BRS Inc., and , Trees for Trenton has brought measurable benefits to the local community— including more shade, cleaner air and urban heat island mitigation.

Trenton is proving that climate resilience grows from the ground up. 🌳💚

[New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection @NewJerseyDEP]

Last night, DEP and the @NewJerseyOAG joined Camden County residents for a community update and listening session regarding EMR’s Camden scrap metal facility.

The session provided residents with an opportunity to learn more about the State’s public nuisance lawsuit against EMR, ask questions, and share their concerns and experiences directly with State representatives.

Thank you to the Camden County community members who participated and contributed to this important dialogue. Meaningful community engagement and resident input are essential to advancing environmental justice and addressing environmental concerns across New Jersey.

Learn more about our work to strengthen Environmental Justice throughout the state: https://t.co/b09g6FFhEx

[New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection @NewJerseyDEP]

New Jersey today launched Nuclear NJ, a new website designed to educate stakeholders about nuclear energy in New Jersey and the path the state is charting to expand generation capacity, strengthen reliability, reinforce public safety, and address affordability.

🔗News release at https://t.co/M0mXIf5pym

[New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection @NewJerseyDEP]

After months of abundant rainfall, we're lifting the statewide drought warning that's been in place since December 2025

✅ Most regions: returning to NORMAL
⚠️ Coastal South region: moving to drought WATCH

But let's keep up our water conservation habits! 💧 #EveryDropCounts

Learn more: https://t.co/X0ni3i4YtK

[New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection @NewJerseyDEP]

As we assess the impacts of this past weekend's Nor’easter, Commissioner Potosnak and DEP staff are on the ground with @NJGov and local partners to survey damage and help communities begin the recovery process.

Residents should continue to follow guidance from local officials and stay alert for changing conditions.

Learn more about how DEP is protecting New Jersey's coastline at: https://t.co/ZQr3Y4mQEI

[New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection @NewJerseyDEP]

Investing in a climate-smart future

New Jersey's participation in the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI) is yielding many benefits, swipe through to find out more!

Visit https://t.co/YmsOZndC5I for a complete breakdown on RGGI's success.

[NWS Mount Holly @NWS_MountHolly]

We are expecting residual minor coastal flooding during this morning's high tide. Some spotty moderate flooding possible in the back bays across Ocean County, NJ and Sussex County, DE. Overall impacts continue to diminish with each successive high tide cycle.

[New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection @NewJerseyDEP]

Did you know that plastic accounts for 60-90% of the waste found in marine environments?*

Plastic straws are one of the most littered items across the state, but programs like this are decreasing the number of straws found on our shorelines.** When you take that next sip of your favorite beverage, consider going straight for the glass or bottle if you can. This will help reduce unnecessary plastic consumption and pollution that helps keep New Jersey clean and free of litter!

*UN Environment Programme

**Clean Ocean Action

[New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection @NewJerseyDEP]

It's Climate Week—and climate change means more extreme heat for New Jersey. 🌡

Do you know the signs of heat stroke? How medications can increase heat risk? How to keep outdoor workers safe?

NJ HeatRx has answers from medical experts across New Jersey! Our video playlists cover:
✅ Heat safety for children, older adults, pregnant people & pets
✅ Protecting outdoor workers
✅ Medication interactions with heat
✅ What to do in a heat emergency

Watch, learn, and share: https://t.co/PTlDrbnlYb

#ClimateWeek2026 #NJClimateWeek #NJHeatRx

[CREDA New Jersey @credanj]

TY to everyone who came out & participated in CREDA NJ’s new interactive program, “#CRE #Advocacy & Policy Pipeline.” With refreshed, open format, attendees connected directly w/ state agency #leaders on biggest issues facing #CRE industry – bridging gap btwn development & gvnt.

[New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection @NewJerseyDEP]

🌧️ A Nor’easter is expected to impact New Jersey, especially along the coast. DEP is working hard to prepare for the storm and Commissioner Ed Potosnak is reminding residents to follow state and local guidance and to stay safe.

Stay Weather Ready: https://t.co/ggTRgMo5gl

[Governor Mikie Sherrill @GovSherrillNJ]

We’re keeping a close watch on this coastal storm as it moves through our region.

Coastal flooding remains our biggest concern, with multiple rounds of tidal flooding possible through the weekend. Strong winds, high surf, dangerous rip currents, and beach erosion are also expected to continue.

Please follow official alerts and stay aware of conditions in your area. If you live in a flood-prone community, take steps now to prepare – and never drive through a flooded road.

[New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection @NewJerseyDEP]

🌳 ICYMI: New Jersey marked Climate Week by planting a milestone tree in Trenton.

DEP Commissioner Ed Potosnak joined the @New Jersey Conservation Foundation, local officials and community leaders to plant the 1,000th tree through Trees for Trenton, a community project funded through DEP’s Natural Climate Solutions Grant Program.

The milestone also highlighted $9.4 million in new funding for eight Natural Climate Solutions projects across New Jersey. These projects are helping restore ecosystems, strengthen community resilience and capture carbon.

In Trenton, the final tree was a London plane tree planted along South Clinton Avenue, an area vulnerable to urban heat island impacts.

Climate Week is a chance to highlight the work happening across New Jersey to prepare communities for flooding, extreme heat, storms and sea level rise.

🔗 Learn more: https://t.co/p95dWH59NP

#ClimateWeek2026 #NJClimateWeek

[NJDOT @NewJerseyDOT]

A historic milestone! Experience the opening of our newly upgraded Liberty State Park Ferry Terminal after an incredible $51.1 million transformation!

[New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection @NewJerseyDEP]

This #ClimateWeek, we’re recognizing New Jersey’s commitment to expand clean energy opportunities across the state.

The New Jersey Funding One Stop Shop is a user-friendly interactive tool that asks the user a series of questions about their projects and, based on their answers, identifies funding resources that can help reduce costs.

Whether you’re a resident, local government, business or nonprofit, this tool helps connect you with the best funding options to pursue sustainability-based projects.

🔗 Learn more about the program and explore opportunities at: https://t.co/WTlaAaVr1e

[Governor Mikie Sherrill @GovSherrillNJ]

A coastal storm is expected to impact New Jersey over the next several days, with the biggest impacts coming Wednesday and Thursday.

Strong winds, coastal flooding, high surf, and beach erosion are possible, especially along the Jersey Shore and tidal waterways. Some power outages and downed trees are also possible.

Please monitor your local forecast and emergency alerts, charge your devices, and never drive through flooded areas.

[New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection @NewJerseyDEP]

From @NWS_MountHolly earlier this morning: "There have been no significant changes to the forecast through Fri regarding the coastal flooding. Coastal flooding is anticipated to worsen with each passing high tide through at least Fri night."

[NWS Mount Holly @NWS_MountHolly]

Good afternoon! Our latest briefing on ongoing coastal and marine hazards can be found here: https://t.co/JiD09By93X #PAWX #NJWX #MDWX #DEWX