New Jersey Awards Millions for Nature-Based Climate Solutions and Issues Water Conservation Alert
Official: DEP Awards Nearly $11 Million For Carbon Sequestration Projects Through Its Natural Climate Solutions Grant Program (25/P057)
Reading: The DEP awards $11 million in grants specifically for carbon sequestration projects through an established Natural Climate Solutions Grant Program, expanding funding and support for climate mitigation.
These actions address two urgent environmental challenges: climate change and water scarcity.
In clear language
New Jersey's Department of Environmental Protection announced nearly $11 million in grants to fund carbon sequestration projects that help remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere through natural methods like forest restoration and wetland conservation. The Murphy Administration also issued a statewide drought warning asking residents and businesses to use less water due to ongoing dry conditions. These actions address two urgent environmental challenges: climate change and water scarcity.
How does this affect you?
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Who does this affect?
- Residents and businesses that use water for daily needs, landscaping, and operations—affected by the drought warning and conservation request
- Environmental nonprofits, land trusts, and conservation organizations eligible to apply for the $11 million in carbon sequestration grants
- Farmers, forest managers, and property owners who can implement natural climate solutions like reforestation and wetland restoration
What can you do?
- Reduce household water use by fixing leaks, taking shorter showers, and watering lawns less frequently in response to the drought warning
- If you manage land or run a conservation-focused organization, learn about and apply for the Natural Climate Solutions Grant Program
- Support local conservation efforts and businesses that adopt water-efficient practices and carbon-sequestering land management
Timeline
- 2025-12-19 (announcement date for both the grant program and drought warning)
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