New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection
@dep.nj.gov
Protecting New Jersey's air, land and water and managing the Garden State's natural lands, wildlife and parks.
“Lift Every Voice and Sing,” originally written as a poem by James Weldon Johnson and set to music by his brother, J. Rosamond Johnson, was first performed in February 1900 at a school celebration and has since evolved into a lasting anthem of hope, resilience and faith. (1/5)
February 10, 2026 at 8:53 PM
“Lift Every Voice and Sing,” originally written as a poem by James Weldon Johnson and set to music by his brother, J. Rosamond Johnson, was first performed in February 1900 at a school celebration and has since evolved into a lasting anthem of hope, resilience and faith. (1/5)
Did you know that 10 inches of snow is equivalent to only one inch of rain?
Despite significant snow accumulation across the state last week, New Jersey's Statewide Drought Warning remains in effect. (1/2)
Despite significant snow accumulation across the state last week, New Jersey's Statewide Drought Warning remains in effect. (1/2)
February 6, 2026 at 9:46 PM
Did you know that 10 inches of snow is equivalent to only one inch of rain?
Despite significant snow accumulation across the state last week, New Jersey's Statewide Drought Warning remains in effect. (1/2)
Despite significant snow accumulation across the state last week, New Jersey's Statewide Drought Warning remains in effect. (1/2)
🎉 Congratulations to DEP's own Director of Legislative Affairs, Bryana De Veaux, on being named one of Insider NJ's Powerful Women of New Jersey for 2025
Bryana leads DEP’s legislative team in responding to pending legislation and oversees intergovernmental relations (1/3)
Bryana leads DEP’s legislative team in responding to pending legislation and oversees intergovernmental relations (1/3)
February 6, 2026 at 6:42 PM
🎉 Congratulations to DEP's own Director of Legislative Affairs, Bryana De Veaux, on being named one of Insider NJ's Powerful Women of New Jersey for 2025
Bryana leads DEP’s legislative team in responding to pending legislation and oversees intergovernmental relations (1/3)
Bryana leads DEP’s legislative team in responding to pending legislation and oversees intergovernmental relations (1/3)
Preserving the Past, Building for the Future 🏗️
February 5, 2026 at 9:01 PM
Preserving the Past, Building for the Future 🏗️
Acting Department of Environmental Protection Commissioner Ed Potosnak today announced the appointment of Joseph J. Seebode to the role of Deputy Commissioner to advance the Sherrill Administration’s environmental goals.
🔗News release at bit.ly/4afyw2H
🔗News release at bit.ly/4afyw2H
February 4, 2026 at 8:18 PM
Acting Department of Environmental Protection Commissioner Ed Potosnak today announced the appointment of Joseph J. Seebode to the role of Deputy Commissioner to advance the Sherrill Administration’s environmental goals.
🔗News release at bit.ly/4afyw2H
🔗News release at bit.ly/4afyw2H
Happy World Wetlands Day! 🌎🌱
These unique ecosystems, where the land is regularly saturated with water for an extended period, are found all throughout our state. They are extremely valuable natural resources that provide essential benefits for people, animals and the environment. (1/3)
These unique ecosystems, where the land is regularly saturated with water for an extended period, are found all throughout our state. They are extremely valuable natural resources that provide essential benefits for people, animals and the environment. (1/3)
February 2, 2026 at 8:47 PM
Happy World Wetlands Day! 🌎🌱
These unique ecosystems, where the land is regularly saturated with water for an extended period, are found all throughout our state. They are extremely valuable natural resources that provide essential benefits for people, animals and the environment. (1/3)
These unique ecosystems, where the land is regularly saturated with water for an extended period, are found all throughout our state. They are extremely valuable natural resources that provide essential benefits for people, animals and the environment. (1/3)
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Looking for a summer internship? Know someone who is? @dep.nj.gov just posted opportunities through its SPARK program, including one in my office - Climate Resilience Outreach & Program Support Intern (OCR-2026-14i). Check them out at dep.nj.gov/jobs/. Follow directions to apply by 03/02. Good luck!
dep.nj.gov
February 2, 2026 at 4:31 PM
Looking for a summer internship? Know someone who is? @dep.nj.gov just posted opportunities through its SPARK program, including one in my office - Climate Resilience Outreach & Program Support Intern (OCR-2026-14i). Check them out at dep.nj.gov/jobs/. Follow directions to apply by 03/02. Good luck!
DEP invites community-based organizations across the state to apply for grants to participate in its annual Youth Inclusion Initiative.
🔗News release at bit.ly/4q0Jsqx (1/4)
🔗News release at bit.ly/4q0Jsqx (1/4)
January 29, 2026 at 10:04 PM
DEP invites community-based organizations across the state to apply for grants to participate in its annual Youth Inclusion Initiative.
🔗News release at bit.ly/4q0Jsqx (1/4)
🔗News release at bit.ly/4q0Jsqx (1/4)
Acting Department of Environmental Protection Commissioner Ed Potosnak has announced the appointment of Henry Gajda as Chief of Staff to help guide the department in advancing Governor Mikie Sherrill’s environmental goals.
🔗News release at bit.ly/3Z6i13S (1/3)
🔗News release at bit.ly/3Z6i13S (1/3)
January 29, 2026 at 6:04 PM
Acting Department of Environmental Protection Commissioner Ed Potosnak has announced the appointment of Henry Gajda as Chief of Staff to help guide the department in advancing Governor Mikie Sherrill’s environmental goals.
🔗News release at bit.ly/3Z6i13S (1/3)
🔗News release at bit.ly/3Z6i13S (1/3)
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Well below normal temperatures will continue for the eastern half of the Lower 48 this week. Another blast of arctic air will spread from the Plains through the East/Southeast Friday into Saturday with more record lows expected even into Florida. www.weather.gov/safety/cold
Cold Weather Safety
www.weather.gov
January 27, 2026 at 4:38 PM
Well below normal temperatures will continue for the eastern half of the Lower 48 this week. Another blast of arctic air will spread from the Plains through the East/Southeast Friday into Saturday with more record lows expected even into Florida. www.weather.gov/safety/cold
New Jersey, stay safe in the snow and know your resources ➡️ dep.nj.gov/weatherready
January 25, 2026 at 4:38 PM
New Jersey, stay safe in the snow and know your resources ➡️ dep.nj.gov/weatherready
Weathering the Storm ❄️
In anticipation of significant snowfall and unusually cold temperatures this weekend, Acting Commissioner Potosnak met with DEP’s emergency management team to assess the most recent weather projections and ensure our storm preparedness. (1/3)
In anticipation of significant snowfall and unusually cold temperatures this weekend, Acting Commissioner Potosnak met with DEP’s emergency management team to assess the most recent weather projections and ensure our storm preparedness. (1/3)
January 23, 2026 at 6:47 PM
Weathering the Storm ❄️
In anticipation of significant snowfall and unusually cold temperatures this weekend, Acting Commissioner Potosnak met with DEP’s emergency management team to assess the most recent weather projections and ensure our storm preparedness. (1/3)
In anticipation of significant snowfall and unusually cold temperatures this weekend, Acting Commissioner Potosnak met with DEP’s emergency management team to assess the most recent weather projections and ensure our storm preparedness. (1/3)
Following the Science 🔬
Today, Acting Commissioner Potosnak toured DEP's Ewing laboratory, where our Division of Science & Research staff prepare for fieldwork and process samples.
Today, Acting Commissioner Potosnak toured DEP's Ewing laboratory, where our Division of Science & Research staff prepare for fieldwork and process samples.
January 22, 2026 at 8:52 PM
Following the Science 🔬
Today, Acting Commissioner Potosnak toured DEP's Ewing laboratory, where our Division of Science & Research staff prepare for fieldwork and process samples.
Today, Acting Commissioner Potosnak toured DEP's Ewing laboratory, where our Division of Science & Research staff prepare for fieldwork and process samples.
The Murphy Administration today released an annual update of climate resilience work being undertaken by state agencies to better protect properties, lives, infrastructure, natural resources and the economy from the impacts of a changing climate.
🔗News release at bit.ly/4r3LbMZ
🔗News release at bit.ly/4r3LbMZ
January 16, 2026 at 10:28 PM
The Murphy Administration today released an annual update of climate resilience work being undertaken by state agencies to better protect properties, lives, infrastructure, natural resources and the economy from the impacts of a changing climate.
🔗News release at bit.ly/4r3LbMZ
🔗News release at bit.ly/4r3LbMZ
The Office of Environmental Justice is pleased to announce DEP's Justice Action Plan, an agency self-assessment to create more equitable and just services and initiatives for the betterment of overburdened communities (OBCs) across New Jersey.
January 16, 2026 at 9:05 PM
The Office of Environmental Justice is pleased to announce DEP's Justice Action Plan, an agency self-assessment to create more equitable and just services and initiatives for the betterment of overburdened communities (OBCs) across New Jersey.
🌱 The New Jersey Interagency Council on Climate Resilience is pleased to announce the release of its 2025 Annual Report. This publication outlines the progress State agencies made throughout 2025 to advance climate resilience.
Access the full report at resiliencecouncil.nj.gov.
Access the full report at resiliencecouncil.nj.gov.
January 16, 2026 at 7:54 PM
🌱 The New Jersey Interagency Council on Climate Resilience is pleased to announce the release of its 2025 Annual Report. This publication outlines the progress State agencies made throughout 2025 to advance climate resilience.
Access the full report at resiliencecouncil.nj.gov.
Access the full report at resiliencecouncil.nj.gov.
Since 2018, DEP has redoubled its efforts to improve the quality of life in NJ’s most vulnerable communities through:
👉 Reforms to DEP regulatory and funding programs
👉 Engaging with and empowering residents
👉 Offering guidance to other state departments & agencies
www.youtube.com/watch?v=GORG...
👉 Reforms to DEP regulatory and funding programs
👉 Engaging with and empowering residents
👉 Offering guidance to other state departments & agencies
www.youtube.com/watch?v=GORG...
Furthering the Promise of Environmental Justice
YouTube video by New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection
www.youtube.com
January 16, 2026 at 7:34 PM
Since 2018, DEP has redoubled its efforts to improve the quality of life in NJ’s most vulnerable communities through:
👉 Reforms to DEP regulatory and funding programs
👉 Engaging with and empowering residents
👉 Offering guidance to other state departments & agencies
www.youtube.com/watch?v=GORG...
👉 Reforms to DEP regulatory and funding programs
👉 Engaging with and empowering residents
👉 Offering guidance to other state departments & agencies
www.youtube.com/watch?v=GORG...
Exciting news! 📣
The Office of Natural Resource Restoration (ONRR) is enhancing transparency and community engagement by expanding our restoration project catalog. Guided by the Natural Resource Restoration Advisory Council, +
The Office of Natural Resource Restoration (ONRR) is enhancing transparency and community engagement by expanding our restoration project catalog. Guided by the Natural Resource Restoration Advisory Council, +
January 16, 2026 at 4:15 PM
Exciting news! 📣
The Office of Natural Resource Restoration (ONRR) is enhancing transparency and community engagement by expanding our restoration project catalog. Guided by the Natural Resource Restoration Advisory Council, +
The Office of Natural Resource Restoration (ONRR) is enhancing transparency and community engagement by expanding our restoration project catalog. Guided by the Natural Resource Restoration Advisory Council, +
DEP and New Jersey Board of Public Utilities today announced the launch of a groundbreaking Eco-Hub pilot program to demonstrate the potential benefits of electric vehicle bi-directional charging to help power the electric grid and contribute to lower energy rates. ⚡️
🔗News release at bit.ly/49VXpRU
🔗News release at bit.ly/49VXpRU
January 15, 2026 at 10:23 PM
DEP and New Jersey Board of Public Utilities today announced the launch of a groundbreaking Eco-Hub pilot program to demonstrate the potential benefits of electric vehicle bi-directional charging to help power the electric grid and contribute to lower energy rates. ⚡️
🔗News release at bit.ly/49VXpRU
🔗News release at bit.ly/49VXpRU
Available now: DEP’s 2025 Scientific Report on Climate Change 🌎🌱
The 2025 Scientific Report on Climate Change summarizes the current state of knowledge regarding the effects of climate change on New Jersey’s environment. This report identifies and presents the best available science and (1/3)
The 2025 Scientific Report on Climate Change summarizes the current state of knowledge regarding the effects of climate change on New Jersey’s environment. This report identifies and presents the best available science and (1/3)
January 15, 2026 at 7:02 PM
Available now: DEP’s 2025 Scientific Report on Climate Change 🌎🌱
The 2025 Scientific Report on Climate Change summarizes the current state of knowledge regarding the effects of climate change on New Jersey’s environment. This report identifies and presents the best available science and (1/3)
The 2025 Scientific Report on Climate Change summarizes the current state of knowledge regarding the effects of climate change on New Jersey’s environment. This report identifies and presents the best available science and (1/3)
Cleaner technology ➡️ improved air quality and a stable environment 🌱
⚖️ As of last year, New Jersey has invested over $205 million in more than 384 projects across the state, with over 80% of those proceeds used to advance environmental justice. (1/5)
⚖️ As of last year, New Jersey has invested over $205 million in more than 384 projects across the state, with over 80% of those proceeds used to advance environmental justice. (1/5)
January 15, 2026 at 6:39 PM
Cleaner technology ➡️ improved air quality and a stable environment 🌱
⚖️ As of last year, New Jersey has invested over $205 million in more than 384 projects across the state, with over 80% of those proceeds used to advance environmental justice. (1/5)
⚖️ As of last year, New Jersey has invested over $205 million in more than 384 projects across the state, with over 80% of those proceeds used to advance environmental justice. (1/5)
Marking a milestone 50th anniversary year & the culmination of nearly 5 years of public engagement on revitalizing Liberty State Park, Commissioner LaTourette released a series of videos yesterday to highlight the groundbreaking of projects outlined in the park’s master plan.
🔗News bit.ly/4jKTYkv
🔗News bit.ly/4jKTYkv
January 15, 2026 at 6:01 PM
Marking a milestone 50th anniversary year & the culmination of nearly 5 years of public engagement on revitalizing Liberty State Park, Commissioner LaTourette released a series of videos yesterday to highlight the groundbreaking of projects outlined in the park’s master plan.
🔗News bit.ly/4jKTYkv
🔗News bit.ly/4jKTYkv
Each year, New Jersey welcomes more than 17 million visitors to its 41 state parks, 11 state forests, five recreation areas and over 50 historic sites.
Throughout the Murphy Administration, numerous investments have been made to expand access and preserve these open spaces for years to come. (1/4)
Throughout the Murphy Administration, numerous investments have been made to expand access and preserve these open spaces for years to come. (1/4)
January 14, 2026 at 6:32 PM
Each year, New Jersey welcomes more than 17 million visitors to its 41 state parks, 11 state forests, five recreation areas and over 50 historic sites.
Throughout the Murphy Administration, numerous investments have been made to expand access and preserve these open spaces for years to come. (1/4)
Throughout the Murphy Administration, numerous investments have been made to expand access and preserve these open spaces for years to come. (1/4)
Today, @govmurphy.bsky.social delivered his final State of the State Address.
As we look back on our state's progress over the last eight years, we remain committed to our ongoing work to safeguard public health and the environment we all share.
#StateoftheState2026 #NewJersey
As we look back on our state's progress over the last eight years, we remain committed to our ongoing work to safeguard public health and the environment we all share.
#StateoftheState2026 #NewJersey
January 13, 2026 at 10:30 PM
Today, @govmurphy.bsky.social delivered his final State of the State Address.
As we look back on our state's progress over the last eight years, we remain committed to our ongoing work to safeguard public health and the environment we all share.
#StateoftheState2026 #NewJersey
As we look back on our state's progress over the last eight years, we remain committed to our ongoing work to safeguard public health and the environment we all share.
#StateoftheState2026 #NewJersey
New Jersey is highly vulnerable to the impacts of the intensifying climate crisis, including wildfires, chronic flooding, sea level rise, coastal erosion, and increasingly more frequent and intense storms.
DEP’s response? Mitigate climate impacts ⬇️ and strengthen resilience 💪. (1/3)
DEP’s response? Mitigate climate impacts ⬇️ and strengthen resilience 💪. (1/3)
January 13, 2026 at 6:53 PM
New Jersey is highly vulnerable to the impacts of the intensifying climate crisis, including wildfires, chronic flooding, sea level rise, coastal erosion, and increasingly more frequent and intense storms.
DEP’s response? Mitigate climate impacts ⬇️ and strengthen resilience 💪. (1/3)
DEP’s response? Mitigate climate impacts ⬇️ and strengthen resilience 💪. (1/3)