New Jersey LCV Names Allison McLeod Interim Executive Director
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The New Jersey League of Conservation Voters (New Jersey LCV) hailed Governor-elect Mikie Sherrill’s announcement that she intends to nominate Ed Potosnak, the organization’s longtime Executive Director, to serve as Commissioner of the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (DEP).
New Jersey LCV Demands Accountability for Minneapolis Raids and Out-of-Control ICE Actions
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New Jersey LCV's response to the escalating violence and targeted raids by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in Minneapolis and across the nation.
Joint statement from New Jersey LCV Interim Executive Director, Allison McLeod and New York LCV President, Julie Tighe about the delay in funding for the Gateway Tunnel project.
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New Jersey LCV and New York LCV strongly support the Gateway Tunnel Project, a once-in-a-generation investment that is essential to the economic vitality, climate resilience, and public safety of the entire Northeast Corridor.
New Jersey LCV Education Fund Announces Inaugural Boards and Commissions Fellowship Cohort
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New Jersey LCV Education Fund proudly announces the selection of the inaugural cohort of fellows for its Boards and Commissions Fellowship, a leadership development program designed to prepare diverse environmental champions for service on public boards and commissions across New Jersey. Launching in January 2026, the six-month competitive fellowship equips participants with the skills, knowledge, and mentorship needed to serve effectively in decision-making roles that shape environmental policy, public health, and climate resilience across the state.
N.J.’s energy mess is crushing families. Sherrill has no choice but to go green fast. | Opinion
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As we watch Gov.-elect Mikie Sherrill take the oath of office, there is a palpable sense of renewal across New Jersey. For months, voters have sent a clear and consistent message: the status quo is no longer affordable. Families are being squeezed by skyrocketing utility bills, a housing market out of reach for the middle class, and the growing costs of climate-driven flooding.
New Jersey LCV Applauds Governor Sherrill’s Day-One Executive Actions to Lower Energy Costs and Accelerate Clean Energy
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Governor Mikie Sherrill signed a comprehensive package of executive orders aimed at providing immediate financial relief to New Jersey families and modernizing the state’s energy grid. The actions include a day-one energy price freeze and new directives to fast-track renewable energy deployment and grid efficiency.
New Jersey LCV Applauds Nomination of Ed Potosnak as DEP Commissioner; Names Allison McLeod Interim Executive Director
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New Jersey LCV today hailed Governor-elect Mikie Sherrill’s announcement that she intends to nominate Ed Potosnak, the organization’s longtime Executive Director, to serve as Commissioner of the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (DEP).
Anti-NESE Advocates Condemn DEP Action to Move Forward with Dangerous Pipeline
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Members of the New Jersey Stop NESE Coalition have issued the following statements in response to a decision by the New Jersey DEP to approve air permits for Wiliams Transco’s NESE pipeline project.
GOVERNOR MURPHY EARNS AN OVERALL ENVIRONMENTAL GRADE OF B FROM NEW JERSEY LCV FOLLOWING FINAL STATE OF THE STATE ADDRESS
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As Governor Phil Murphy delivers the final State of the State address of his administration, the New Jersey LCV released its final assessment of his environmental record, recognizing meaningful progress while underscoring unfinished business that prevented New Jersey from fully realizing its environmental and climate leadership potential.
New Jersey LCV Hails Historic Swearing-in of Environmental Champions
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New Jersey LCV is celebrating the arrival of a historic number of pro-environment legislators. With a clear mandate from voters to prioritize action on clean energy to lower costs for working families, the organization is looking forward to an era of bold leadership alongside Governor-elect Mikie Sherrill.