Environmental Sciences: New Jersey Resources

Find resources concerned with conservation in the state of New Jersey. Links, educational resources, and data can be found in website.

"Rare wildlife species live alongside New Jersyan’s in the mountains of the north, the pastoral farmland of central NJ, the bays and swamps along our coasts as well as on skyscrapers and at the edges of suburban subdivisions. At Conserve Wildlife, it is our duty and privilege to protect these species. We gather the best science, tried and true conservation techniques, innovative education activities, and an engaged corps of willing volunteers in pursuit of the right combination of activities that will preserve a species before it disappears from our state or help populations recover."

"The Governor’s Office of Climate Action and the Green Economy seeks to provide strategic leadership, vision, and coordination in addressing climate change, the transition to green jobs and the green economy, paving the way for New Jersey’s clean energy future and your commitment to environmental justice and equity."

"Connect actionable research to policymakers, planners, practitioners, the media, communities, students, and other individuals through outreach, training, and education."

Non-profit that works toward the goals of conservation and sustainability in the state of New Jersey. A place to find actionable content and up to date conservation projects.

In addition to protecting the agriculture and agribusiness of New Jersey, the NJDA manages programs that feed school children, conserve soil and water resources, and protect farmland from development as well as other programs that benefit New Jersey.

"Dedicated to improving and protecting public health and the environment we share, NJDEP uses the best available science to guide the conservation of natural and historic resources, ensure a stable climate and resilient communities, and secure clean and healthy air, water and lands throughout New Jersey."

Since 1976, New Jersey has required the management of soil erosion and stormwater from virtually all non-agriculture, construction-based soil disturbances through its adoption of the NJ Soil Erosion and Sediment Control Act (N.J.S.A. 4:24-39 et seq).

"Rutgers New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station (NJAES) Cooperative Extension county offices work to meet the needs of New Jersey residents with all kinds of information and assistance regarding 4-H, agriculture, family and community health sciences, marine science, and natural resources and the environment."

Superfund Redevelopment has helped communities reclaim and reuse thousands of acres of formerly contaminated land.

"Sustainable Jersey strives to connect elected and appointed officials, municipal staff, and green team volunteers with resources that can help them identify strategies, implement initiatives, and share their successes with others."

"Keeping water clean, safe and healthy is the heart of our mission. We work to protect and restore our water and natural environment in central New Jersey through conservation, advocacy, science and education."