NJDEP / Rutgers Partnership Receives Community Water Conservation Grant 

The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) in partnership with Rutgers Cooperative Research and Extension has received a grant from the US Environmental Protection Agency to develop a model community-based water conservation education program. The goal of this program is to instill a responsible water use ethic in both the private and public sectors and reduce overall water waste.

Conservation can save water utilities and the State considerable capital expenditures over the long term by delaying or even eliminating the need to develop new or expanded water supply systems and wastewater treatment plants. Reducing water waste is a major component of the State’s water supply planning efforts.

As New Jersey’s population continues to grow and water sources are further constrained, more must be done to safeguard a sustainable water supply. Promoting the efficient use of water will help us meet this goal for generations to come.

If your community is interested in participating in this pilot model water conservation program, please contact Katie Barnett at (609) 633-0764 or at Katie.barnett@dep.state.nj.us.