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National Wild & Scenic River Designation One Step Closer for Mullica
Share:On May 20th Congressman Herb Conaway Jr., MD led Rep. Jeff Van Drew and Senators Andy Kim and Cory Booker in introducing the Mullica River Watershed Wild and Scenic River […]
From Earthrise to Moonshot: The Next Pinelands Movement
Share:Can the Artemis II Mission Inspire a New Environmental Movement Like Apollo 8, for the Pinelands, In the Face of Climate Change? Earth Day is an annual celebration in which individuals join community […]
Federal and State Forests and Parks Need Stronger Public Support
Share:At the federal and state levels, protections of public forests and parks are fraying. It’s important for the public to remain vigilant and hold public officials accountable to preserve our […]
Data Center Victories: Local Actions Drive Regional Change
Share:When communities are facing emerging threats like data centers, local action can make a difference—and in townships like Pemberton and Monroe, it just did! Pemberton Township became the first NJ municipality to ban data centers when it passed ordinance 10-2026 to “prohibit the […]
Black Run Headwaters – To Be Preserved for Future Generations
Share:The Pinelands Alliance is excited to share that the 835 acres that make up the Black Run Preserve Headwaters in Evesham, NJ, are under contract to be sold for permanent preservation to the New Jersey Conservation Foundation (NJCF), with support from Evesham […]
New Jersey Legislators & Organizations Say It’s Time For A Green Amendment—NOW!
Share:As electricity rates soar, over 80 AI data centers now consume energy in the Garden State. Cities overburdened by polluting industries, including Newark and Camden, continue to face drastic environmental […]
NJ Flood Protection Rules Adopted
Advocates Say NJPACT REAL Rules will Save Lives and Protect Properties
Why a Duck? Why a Lame Duck? Your Guide to NJ’s Year-End Legislative Madness
From clean energy to climate accountability—we break down what’s happening in Trenton, and offer ways you can keep New Jersey from waddling in the wrong direction.
New Jersey Governor’s Election
Share:Tomorrow’s election for New Jersey’s next governor will have a big impact on the Pinelands, including whether Wharton State Forest continues to have the protections it deserves. Last year, after […]
Policy Notes – October 2025
Data Centers in the Pinelands and Black Run Headwaters updates. Policy Notes are designed to update the public on the activities of the Pinelands Commission, which have been summarized by Pinelands Alliance staff who attend all public meetings of the Commission.
Turning Sunlight into Opportunity
The Garden State is turning sunlight into savings, crops, and a cleaner future for all.
Policy Notes: July 2025
Animals protections receive updates, while plant protections remain stagnant. Advocates ask the Pinelands Commission to lead with the science and provide equal protections for plants and animals. Policy Notes are designed to update the public on the activities of the Pinelands Commission, which have been summarized by Pinelands Alliance staff who attend all public meetings of the Commission.
Protect Our Future in Writing: Why the Green Amendment Matters to Gen Z
Share:My generation, “Gen Z”, has never known a world untouched by environmental crisis–where climate change was a question or a distant threat. Its existence is no longer up for debate, […]
Meditate and Pollinate Yoga Class
Share:Date/Time: Saturday, May 17th from 9 -10:30 am Location: Pinelands Alliance, 17 Pemberton Road, Southampton, NJ 08088 We are excited to offer Meditate and Pollinate courtesy of Dogberry Yoga at […]
Policy Notes: February 2025
Policy Notes are designed to update the public on the activities of the Pinelands Commission, which have been summarized by Pinelands Alliance staff who attend all public meetings of the Commission.
New Year, New Leadership at the Pinelands Alliance
Twenty-one years ago, the Pinelands gained a lifelong advocate named Jaclyn Rhoads. For those of you who do not know Jaclyn, our new Executive Director at the Pinelands Alliance (The Alliance), then let us introduce you!
Rules to Fight Climate Change in NJ Under Threat
Public comment on NJ’s climate change mitigation rules due by November 7th! Take Action!
Food Security Partnership at The Alliance
Equitable Access to Fresh Air is as Vital as Access to Fresh Produce
State of the Food System 2024
Regional Summits: SOUTH Dec. 5 in Southampton; NORTH in Newark on Dec. 13; CENTRAL in New Brunswick on Jan. 10, 2025
Policy Notes: April 2024
Policy Notes are designed to update the public on the activities of the Pinelands Commission, which have been summarized by Pinelands Alliance staff who attend all public meetings of the Commission.
