Princeton’s Water Story
Our relationship with water is complicated. That’s why, Donna Liu, a Princeton resident, professional journalist, and Rutgers Environmental Steward, developed Princeton’s Water Story. Available as a quaint video on YouTube or as a 27-page report, the Water Story provides a comprehensive tale detailing what we all should know about our local water.
Seeds of Sustainable Landscaping are Sprouting!
Like many towns, Princeton has community members eager to eliminate noisy, polluting gas-powered leaf blowers and other lawn maintenance equipment, as well as numerous landscape company owners and workers whose livelihoods depend on this equipment. Is there a way to address everyone’s needs and improve the impact on the health of workers and the environment?
Going Beyond: Climate Action and Local Environmental Quality
Clean air, pure water, and open spaces are essential to human and environmental health. On May 5, 2021, four knowledgeable panelists reflected upon the value of improving our local air and water quality and the preservation of our natural ecosystems.
Changing the Landscape Webinar: Part II
During this community discussion on April 21, 2021, we were joined by three partners in our efforts to promote sustainable landscaping in Princeton.
Earth Week 2021 Events Are In-Person and Online; Town Topics
Maybe it’s a result of being cooped up for so long by COVID, but efforts to ensure that this year’s Earth Week makes a significant difference seem especially focused. Locally, […]
Going Beyond: Climate Action and Equity
Climate change negatively affects us all, but our communities of color and low-income residents are most severely impacted and are often not part of designing solutions. On March 10, 2021, five experienced speakers joined us to share what we can do to ensure an environmentally just approach.
Sustainable Jersey grant will be used by Princeton grounds crews for battery-operated equipment; Princeton Packet
With a $10,000 grant in hand, the grounds crews that work for the Municipality of Princeton and the Princeton Public Schools may begin to move away from gasoline-powered lawn and […]
Our team is growing!
We are looking forward to bringing a new member to our team. To learn more, check out the full job description.
Reusable Bag Advice
As you’ve probably heard, New Jersey recently enacted the nation’s strictest bag ban. But why wait for it to go into effect? You can start preparing for this transition now.
Changing the Landscape Webinar: Part I
During this community discussion on January 13, 2021, we were joined by three partners in our efforts to promote sustainable landscaping in Princeton.
