New Jersey Plants 1,000th Tree and Awards $9.4 Million for Climate Projects
Official: DEP Marks Climate Week by Planting 1,000th Tree in Trees for Trenton Program and Announcing $9.4 Million in Climate Solutions Grants (26/P043)
Reading: The announcement funds the Natural Climate Solutions Grant Program and expands tree-planting efforts, which advance climate mitigation and environmental protection.
These funds come from the Natural Climate Solutions Grant Program, which helps communities reduce emissions and adapt to climate change.
In clear language
New Jersey's Department of Environmental Protection is celebrating Climate Week by planting its 1,000th tree in Trenton as part of a community tree-planting program. The state is also awarding $9.4 million in grants to support various climate solutions across the state. These funds come from the Natural Climate Solutions Grant Program, which helps communities reduce emissions and adapt to climate change.
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Who does this affect?
- Trenton residents and other New Jersey communities receiving grant funding for climate projects
- Local organizations and nonprofits eligible to apply for climate solutions grants
- Neighborhoods where trees are planted, which benefit from improved air quality and cooler temperatures
What can you do?
- Check if your community organization or local government is eligible to apply for Natural Climate Solutions grants through the DEP
- Support or participate in tree-planting efforts in your neighborhood
- Attend local Climate Week events and learn about available resources for community climate projects
Timeline
- 2026-09-22 (announcement date during Climate Week)
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