Building a greener, more resilient Jersey City

SJC is a collaborative network driving environmental health, justice, and community resilience through data and advocacy.

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Your donation helps fund community programs, environmental projects, education resources, and local initiatives that make Jersey City healthier and more resilient.

Be Part of a Greener Jersey City

Join Sustainable Jersey City through volunteering, local projects, events, and community action that make a real difference.

Quantifiable Impact on Urban Sustainability

Since our founding, we have been dedicated to tracking and improving the environmental metrics that matter most to Jersey City residents. From canopy coverage to air quality monitoring, our data drives real policy change.

Community Engagement

Fostering grassroots initiatives and local leadership to empower every neighborhood in Jersey City.

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Environmental Justice

Advocating for equitable access to green spaces and clean air for historically underserved communities.

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Public Education

Providing resources, workshops, and education programs to build a climate-resilient community.

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Green Initiatives

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Our Core Programs

Environmental Health & Justice

Mitigating the Urban Heat Island effect and monitoring localized air quality to protect vulnerable residents.

Story Maps & GIS

Visualizing Jersey City’s green infrastructure and canopy through interactive mapping technology.

Education & Youth

Empowering the next generation of environmental stewards through workshops and youth-led initiatives.

Community Data

Collecting and analyzing local environmental data to support informed decisions and long-term sustainability planning.

Interactive Story Maps

Our interactive Story Maps allow residents to explore the state of our local ecology. From identifying tree-planting opportunities to understanding flood risks, we put the data in your hands.

Upcoming Events

Spring Tree Planting Drive

Liberty State Park • 10:00 AM

Urban Sustainability Forum

Jersey City Public Library • 6:30 PM

Community Garden Workshop

Bethune Center • 4:00 PM

Urban Sustainability Forum

Jersey City Public Library • 6:30 PM

Clean Streets Volunteer Day

Lincoln Park • 9:00 AM

Latest News

The Critical Role of Urban Canopy in Climate Adaptation

Understanding why trees are our most powerful tool against rising temperatures and flash floods in Hudson County.

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