The Build it Green (BIG) Competition will provide technical assistance and engineering support services to selected New Jersey cities and utilities to design innovative, financeable projects that reduce combined sewer outflows (CSOs) while also making neighborhoods and downtowns better places to live, work and invest.
Community Design
Design Competition Aims To Accelerate Water Infrastructure Innovation
Tuesday, March 15th, 2016Happy Birthday, New Jersey State Plan!
Monday, March 7th, 2016The New Jersey State Redevelopment and Development Plan just turned 15. It’s working, but it needs to work better.
New Initiative Is Working To Mainstream Green Infrastructure
Tuesday, February 23rd, 2016New Jersey Future is undertaking a new initiative to help make green stormwater infrastructure the first choice for stormwater management in the state.
Would Buyouts Be Good for Flood-Prone Mystic Island?
Thursday, February 18th, 2016A public information session will review findings and recommendations from a study of the health impacts of a buyout program on Mystic Island’s residents, and on the community overall.
Green Infrastructure Taking Off in Paterson
Thursday, February 18th, 2016Through the coordinating efforts of the Paterson SMART collaborative, its member organizations are spearheading multiple green-infrastructure projects in the Silk City.
New Zoning Codes: More Housing Options, More Mixed Use, Less Parking
Tuesday, February 9th, 2016A look at how several cities have updated their zoning codes reveals some common approaches to using their land more flexibly and smartly.
Bayside Flooding Highlights Inherent Vulnerability of Barrier Islands
Wednesday, January 27th, 2016Bayside flooding during winter storm Jonas highlights just how vulnerable New Jersey’s barrier islands are. ‘Soft defense’ measures seem to offer the most effective long-term approaches.
Smart Growth in the Somerset Hills
Wednesday, January 13th, 2016Two Somerset County municipalities are considering taking smart-growth initiatives to revitalize their local economies.
Workshop Focuses on Helping Coastal Communities Confront Climate Risks
Tuesday, December 15th, 2015An invitation-only workshop hosted by the Consensus Building Institute focused on helping coastal communities talk openly about options for reducing their vulnerability to climate threats.
Can New Jersey’s Older Residents Afford Their Housing?
Tuesday, December 8th, 2015A new report analyzes the question of housing affordability for New Jersey’s older residents, and finds barriers in two types of communities.
