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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.

For the first time ever, Sustainable Princeton and The Watershed Institute hosted a green infrastructure workshop entirely in Spanish. Learn about the workshop in this guest blog written by Lucia Middleton, The Watershed Institute.

Water Cycle Series: From rainfall to drinking water systems, this series will explore how the natural and built environment impact the water cycle. This entry is the second in a series of blogs to highlight the interconnectedness of water systems. Please follow along as we explore watersheds, drinking and wastewater systems, and the role we all play in the quality of our water and the health of our communities!

Water Cycle Series: From rainfall to drinking water systems, this series will explore how the natural and built environment impact the water cycle. This entry is the first in a series of blogs to highlight the interconnectedness of water systems. Please follow along as we explore watersheds, drinking and wastewater systems, and the role we all play in the quality of our water and the health of our communities!

“One thing is clear, equity is furthered by our continued collaboration,” announced Olivia Glenn, Chief of Staff and Senior Advisor for Equity U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Region 2 Office, in her welcoming remarks at the Jersey Water Works and Lead-Free New Jersey Joint Membership Meeting. Members of JWW, LFNJ, and water and lead advocates convened on July 12, 2023, for the first-ever Joint Membership Meeting to connect on water issues and the collective need for community input. Read the full blog here.

We are looking forward to seeing you at the Jersey Water Works and Lead-Free NJ Joint Membership Meeting: Wednesday, July 12. Meeting Location: Rutgers University, New Brunswick College Avenue Student Center 126 College Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ 08901 Doors open at 8:30 a.m., and the meeting starts promptly at 9:30 a.m. Breakfast and lunch is provided. Maps & Directions IMPORTANT: Traveling to the meeting via car? All cars parked on campus ...

Jersey Waters Works’ Lead Service Line Implementation Workgroup Partners NJ Water Association hosted an in-person Lead Service Line (LSL) Replacement Financing and Implementation workshop May 24.

In the water sector, where nearly 85% of water workers are male, and two-thirds are white, it is essential to support emerging leaders who are Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) as a step toward a more equitable future. Emerging leaders need and deserve a clear pathway to advance to leadership roles in the drinking water and wastewater systems.

New Jersey Association of Environmental Authorities celebrates the Atlantic County Utilities Authority President and Jersey Water Works (JWW) steering committee member Rick Dovey for his career and upcoming retirement at the 2023 Utility Management Conference. Richard Dovey has been a leader in environmental stewardship throughout his career, described as a “mentor to many employees and colleagues,” a “visionary, leader, and innovator” in his ...