Green Infrastructure/Stormwater Management
Most people are familiar with “gray” water infrastructure, which includes hard concrete and metal pipes, holding tanks, pumps, water tunnels, and treatment plants. These systems play a key role in managing drinking water, wastewater, and combined sewer systems.
“Green” infrastructure is a newer approach to stormwater management that mimics nature by capturing stormwater so it can either be reused or seep into the ground where it falls, rather than flowing into underground sewer and storm pipes. Methods for stormwater capture include rain gardens, pervious pavement, planted swales, and storage containers, such as cisterns and rain barrels. Green infrastructure features can help reduce stress on water systems and provide good local jobs, while making the communities where they’re installed healthier and more vibrant.
Both gray and green infrastructure are important components of water infrastructure systems across the state. Communities with combined sewer systems, in particular, will be evaluating gray and green infrastructure approaches to identify the best combination that meets regulatory requirements cost-effectively and in a manner that provides tangible community benefits.
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10/16/23Water Cycle Series Part 2: Where does your Drinking Water come from? Where does your Waste Water go?
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!READ ARTICLE#Data, #Drinking Water, #Green Infrastructure/Stormwater Management, #WastewaterSOURCE
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08/21/23Water Cycle Series Part 1: What is a Watershed?
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!READ ARTICLE#Green Infrastructure/Stormwater ManagementSOURCE
Lindsey Sigmund, New Jersey Future -
07/31/23First Ever Joint Membership Meeting Held by Jersey Water Works & Lead-Free New Jersey
“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.READ ARTICLE#Affordability, #Climate Resilience, #Community Engagement and Partnerships, #Drinking Water, #Green Infrastructure/Stormwater Management, #Lead, #Paying for Water Infrastructure, #Smart CSO Control Plans, #WorkforceSOURCE
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05/16/23Murphy Administration Kicks Off Infrastructure Investment Tour by Announcing $1 Million in Grants for Green Infrastructure Projects in Hudson-Raritan Watershed
JWW Co-Chair Andy Kricun is quoted in this NJDEP press release announcing $1 Million in Grants for Green Infrastructure Projects in Hudson-Raritan Watershed.READ ARTICLE#Green Infrastructure/Stormwater Management, #Paying for Water InfrastructureOpen NJDEP Press Release in a new tabSOURCE
NJDEP Press Release
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05/12/23May 2023 Committee Updates
In January 2023, the JWW committees decided on their annual work plans. Learn about the progress that has been made so far.READ ARTICLE#Affordability, #Climate Resilience, #Community Engagement and Partnerships, #Data, #Green Infrastructure/Stormwater Management, #Lead, #Smart CSO Control Plans, #Workforce
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05/27/22Stormwater Skills: Training Resources for Green Infrastructure Construction and Maintenance
The Green Infrastructure Committee created the green infrastructure training program inventory to inform municipalities, professionals, and others interested in green infrastructure to identify suitable training programs to fit specific needs. The ultimate goal of this inventory is to help New Jersey residents find training programs that could help them begin, or otherwise further, a career path in green infrastructure including certifications ...LEARN MORE#Green Infrastructure/Stormwater ManagementPRODUCT OF
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05/09/22Wow Your Town: Four Fact Sheets for Green Infrastructure Champions
The Green Infrastructure Committee created four fact sheets to help local advocates promote green infrastructure in their towns. Each fact sheet is unique for a specific audience in mind: general population, environmental experts, transportation specialists, or school stakeholders.LEARN MORE#Green Infrastructure/Stormwater ManagementPRODUCT OF
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05/09/22Green Infrastructure Champions Spotlight: Schools
This fact sheet reviews the benefits of installing aesthetically pleasing green infrastructure on school grounds as a learning tool for students, staff, and visitors.LEARN MORE#Green Infrastructure/Stormwater ManagementPRODUCT OF
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05/09/22Green Infrastructure Champions Spotlight: Transportation
This fact sheet reviews the benefits of green infrastructure for green streets to support transportation goals.LEARN MORE#Green Infrastructure/Stormwater ManagementPRODUCT OF
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05/09/22Green Infrastructure Champions Spotlight: Environmental Commission & Green Teams
This fact sheet reviews building public trust around green infrastructure through a local Green Team or Environmental Commission.LEARN MORE#Green Infrastructure/Stormwater ManagementPRODUCT OF
