Press Releases
NJ Environmental Federation Endorses Buono for Governor
Cites Records on Jobs and the Environment,
Says Christie Can't Be Trusted After Repeatedly Breaking Promises
Bayonne, NJ - Calling her the best steward to advance environmental protection and grow the economy, the NJ Environmental Federation (NJEF) today announced its endorsement of Senator Barbara Buono for Governor at the solar-powered Bayonne High School.
Supreme Court, State Senate to Decide Fate of Christie Environmental Waiver Rule
"Christie's waiver rule jeopardizes core public health and environmental protections. We'll be appealing to the Supreme Court and the State Senate," said David Pringle, New Jersey Environmental Federation's campaign director.
At Newark community meeting last night, residents and experts aired 3 concerns over Bayonne Bridge Raising
- Coast Guard failed to recognize increased rates of asthma, heart disease and lung cancer from diesel truck exhaust.
- Plan shortchanges misclassified truck drivers
- No return for public investment in the Port
Other Press Releases
California aggressive on thermostat recycling, Mass. lagging
BOSTON, MA – While the state of California has just released aggressive new rules that will safely recycle hundreds of thousands of mercury-laden thermostats, thermostat recycling legislation is pending in the Massachusetts House of Representatives that is weak and ineffective, according to the Natural Resources Defense Council, Clean Water Action and Sierra Club.
Statement on Fracking in Boulder
Statement from Clean Water Action: