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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Trees Inventoried
Green Initiatives
Metrics Measured
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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