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New Jersey Future partnered with the Environmental Policy Innovation Center in producing the report, which analyzes NJWB awards (i.e., low-interest loans and principal forgiveness) over five years and also assesses the underlying policies governing how New Jersey defines disadvantaged communities. The report’s ten recommendations would increase the equity and effectiveness of the NJWB program and ensure that communities with the greatest needs receive adequate assistance.

Hudson County Community College (HCCC) has successfully concluded its first Water Workforce Utility Pilot Project. The 8-week paid program for adults aims to develop a skilled workforce for the water industry in New Jersey. The 14 students in this cohort will now enter the water workforce with added skills and knowledge to establish lasting and fulfilling careers in the water industry.

JWW co-chairs, Andy Kricun and Nicole Miller, shared this statement on EPA's New Lead and Copper Rule, which references the work happening in New Jersey.

Is your municipality interested in learning more about stormwater utilities? From June to November 2023, members of the Jersey Water Works Stormwater Utility subcommittee organized a series of informational forums for utility leaders, government stormwater managers, municipal and county representatives, and elected officials. Dedicated stormwater utility experts and peers in the industry share insights on establishing a sustainable and dedicated stormwater funding mechanism. 

In July 2023, Jersey Water Works and Lead-Free NJ hosted a joint membership meeting that brought together water and lead advocates to discuss water-related issues and the importance of community input and engagement. The meeting, held at Rutgers, New Brunswick, was the perfect location for members of the New Brunswick-based organization coLAB Arts to display water and environment-related art. Read Ana and Rediet's comic about their experience here.