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What do you know about this incredibly influential department that controls public lands throughout the United States? Other than the Teapot Dome Scandal from U.S. History class, have you put much thought into the Department of the Interior? The Department of the Interior is sometimes jokingly called the "Department of Everything Else" because of its […]
Platform: Microsoft Teams, RSVP on Eventbrite, we will email you the link Event Description Building a Home for Wildlife: Nest Boxes, Feeders, and More! Invite wildlife into your outdoor space by offering a place to eat, raise young, and rest. Whether a large backyard or a small apartment balcony, you can create a wildlife friendly habitat […]
Join us for this webinar to learn about the nuts and bolts of creating a municipal Renewable Government Energy Aggregation (R-GEA) Program for your community. R-GEA allows the municipality -- or a group of municipalities -- to negotiate for higher renewable content in the electricity delivered to residents. Purchasing electricity with higher renewable content, particularly from renewable […]
Looking for a quick snack? Look no further than you backyard. Join us this July 30th at noon for a live webinar with Christa. There are an abundance of edible delights waiting for you to discover in your backyards and wild places. In today's presentation learn about wild edibles, both native and invasive, that grow […]
This webinar is an opportunity for South Jersey municipalities, counties, public agencies, Sustainable Jersey Green Teams and others to learn about electric vehicles (EVs) and charging infrastructure. In 2012, there were just 338 plug-in or battery EVs registered in New Jersey. There are now over 30,000. Recently passed state legislation seeks to push that number […]
Did you know unmanaged stormwater is responsible for about 60% of pollutants entering our streams, rivers, lakes and reservoirs? That’s because when it rains, chemicals and other dangerous pollutants on our streets, parking lots, and roads get washed into storm drains which drain directly into our waterways. This contamination can put restrictions on recreation and […]
Take this photo tour of the fascinating world of pollinators and their importance in the environment, health, food system and economy. About this Event Join Blaine Rothauser, wildlife photographer and senior ecologist with GZA, GeoEnvironmental, Inc., as he explains why pollinators are crucial to our environment, health, food system and economy. Butterflies, bees, moths, and […]
The monarchs’ history is lengthy, and details are few, but it’s clear that this species has survived an extremely variable climatic history. About this Event The pending petition before the Department of Interior to declare the monarch butterfly a threatened species requires that we do everything we can to understand the population dynamics of this […]
Do you know what bees need and how to help them? About this Event Nearly 3/4 of all plant species in temperate biomes and 94% in tropical areas are serviced by animal pollinators, a majority of which are bees. Bees are also the most important animal pollinators of agricultural crops. Dr. Kim Russell, pollinator ecologist […]
Join us for a virtual OR in-person discussion of the documentary film Food Chains (watch the film here before you attend the discussion.) The event will be held both in-person at Allies in Caring's Con-Vivir Hub in Hammonton, and virtually via this link. Watch the film in advance, come prepared with any questions you have, and enjoy an informative, eye-opening discussion. […]
The NJ Invasive Species Strike Team is known for its work in eradicating invasive species for the protection of native plants and wildlife. Dr. Mike Van Clef will discuss the impacts of invasive species in natural areas, ways to identify and control them at your home, and native alternatives. He will also cover how to […]
The “I Spy A …” series is designed with the goal for families with children ages 4-8 to conduct simple outdoor explorations. About this Event Each class in the series will feature a new topic in a lively, fun way where children and their caregivers can learn together. During each 30-minute Zoom program, participants will […]
Native plants are the key to attracting birds to your yard. They provide the habitat, food, shelter and nesting places that birds need to survive. By creating a landscape of beautiful plants that are compatible with our native soils, you can make your yard a low-maintenance, chemical-free oasis for the birds! Presenter: Becky Laboy, Education […]
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