PSEG Foundation funds 32 grants for initiatives that will improve life in NJ

Trenton, NJ (April 23, 2012) – Sustainable Jersey announced today $200,000 in grant money for municipal sustainability projects, offering good news for leaders of cash-strapped towns across New Jersey. Funded by the PSEG Foundation, the Sustainable Jersey Small Grants Program will support thirty-two projects that leverage resources to make communities more livable, environmentally friendly and prosperous.

“PSEG is committed to being a steward of the environment and making meaningful contributions to the communities it serves,” said Anne Hoskins, senior vice president of public affairs and sustainability for PSEG, one of New Jersey’s oldest companies and largest employers. “We are proud to support this program and to fund projects that will make life better in neighborhoods all over New Jersey.”   Continue reading →

Solar capacity increased 142 percent in 2011

(April 19, 2012, Newark, NJ) – Public Service Electric & Gas (PSE&G) had the second most solar capacity of any American utility added to its electric system last year, according to Solar Electric Power Association (SEPA). The designation came from SEPA’s 2011 Utility Solar Rankings report released this week, which included more than 240 utilities.  In addition, PSE&G ranked ninth in the amount of solar capacity installed last year per customer. Continue reading →

EarthShare New Jersey announces its annual environmental award recipients.  The awards will be presented during EarthShare Celebrates New Jersey, a fun evening celebrating the bounty and beauty of New Jersey through art, wine and food.  This celebration takes place at the Laurita Winery in New Egypt at 7 pm on Friday, March 30th.  Guests are invited to enjoy the sounds of Stringzville and participate in the eco friendly chance and silent auctions featuring exclusive environmental experiences, event tickets, and items from businesses across the state.

The environmental award recipients honored for their activities in support of New Jersey’s natural world are Tom Gilmore, the outgoing President of New Jersey Audubon, and Prudential Financial. They will be recognized at the EarthShare Celebrates New Jersey event. Continue reading →

Written by Katelyn NolandFederal Agencies, Latest News – Sep 2, 2011

 The 50th anniversary season of the Combined Federal Campaign started Thursday and will continue through Dec. 15, the Office of Personnel Management has announced.

CFC, originally created by President John F. Kennedy in 1961, allows charitable organizations to solicit contributions from employees of the government, enabling federal employees to donate to their charity of choice through their payroll system.

“I’m asking each local CFC to also inspire new and greater numbers of donors, with a new award for the campaigns that show the greatest increase in participation,” OPM John Berry said in a memo. “Let’s make this 50th year an outstanding year—one that marks a new era that will endure for the next fifty years.”