According to the utility, the program will help lift New Jersey into the top five U.S. states for both electric and gas savings, while creating 3,200 direct, and another 1,100 indirect, jobs.

Linden will see $2 million dollars worth of infrastructure work while the city of Union will see $2.8 million.

The investment in the San Diego-based development-stage producer of low carbon, renewable dimethyl ether transportation fuel marks the Whippany-based company's official entrance into the world of renewable energy.

This is the second project announced this month in the Middlesex County township. Earlier, the utility said it would make $200,000's worth of updates for work along Maple Street from Short Street to Leslie Avenue and the entirety of Ann Street.

In addition to seeking solicitations to build out up to 2,400 megawatts of capacity, the state's Board of Public Utilities and Economic Development Authority approved nearly $6 million for workforce training in the sector.

The company will replace approximately 2,640 feet of aging water main.

Projects adding up to an collective investment of $341,000 are set to begin in Piscataway and Oxford on Sept. 8.

The total includes $135 million in investments slated for 2020 for 170 projects in 68 municipalities.

“Under Sal’s leadership as EVP, we have expanded our market share, introduced new and profitable product offerings, and have enhanced our value proposition as a full-service utility risk management firm," said Chief Executive Officer Paul Errigo.

Steven Cocchi has served in the role in an interim capacity since July 1.

Last year’s closure of Lake Hopatcong shows why stormwater utilities are a smart investment for local economies, from NJ Sustainable Business Council Executive Director Richard Lawton.

Customers may start to receive shutoff notices in September, however no customer will be shut off before Oct. 15.