Why Get Certified? Sustainable Jersey’s certified schools are national leaders in implementing solutions to key sustainability challenges while proactively providing the next generation with the tools they need to help their communities be more resilient and better able to adapt to a changing...
EmPowered Schools 2023-2024 Apply to be an EmPowered School! The Empowered Schools program provides free support and resources to educate PK-12 students in saving energy and money in their schools and homes. Public Service Electric & Gas (PSE&G), New Jersey Natural Gas (NJNG),...
Help Fund the Movement Since 2014, Sustainable Jersey for Schools has been engaging New Jersey public schools including board members, administration, staff, students, families, and community members in creating a healthier environment and more sustainable future - both inside and...
Key Documents and Links for Grant Recipients Grant recipients can view and download documentation here that can be used to complete the grant project and its requirements. You also use the following links to access the online grants portal where recipients will provide the information...
Register The first 2024 Sustainable Jersey for Schools certification deadline is Friday, January 12 at 11:59pm! This webinar will help you prepare to submit your application by reviewing how to access your application, the steps to upload documentation and submit the application, the Digital...
Working on Certification The resources listed below will your help green team organize and implement efforts to achieve certification. Additional information about the certification process, cycle timeline, and requirements can be found on the Certification page . Request a help...
Register Hear the food waste stories of three New Jersey schools that contributed to Sustainable Jersey's food waste actions and toolkit for preK-12 schools. These schools will share the successes and challenges in their food waste journeys - from waste audits and composting to engaging...
Program Updates On a continuous basis, through the help of the task forces, the Certification Standards Committee reviews Sustainable Jersey for Schools program content, standards, and feedback to ensure actions are relevant, appropriate and up-to-date with current best practices. ...
Navigate to Grant Recipients Technical Assistance Recipients Sustainable Jersey for Schools Grant & Technical Assistance Recipients GRANT RECIPIENTS View the previous Sustainable Jersey for Schools grant recipients. ...
2024 Certification Webinar Recording Presentation Certification Resources Application User Guide Webinars Green Team Resources Actions Program Updates ...