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NJ American Water issues mandatory conservation notice
The move follows the NJDEP's drought warning, urging customers statewide to cut nonessential use.
NJ American Water lifts mandatory conservation notice
However, the utility company said a voluntary effort remains in place for Atlantic, Cape May, Monmouth and Ocean counties, where conditions are recovering more slowly following a statewide drought.
NJ American Water grants $40K to five organizations
The Camden-based utility's Environmental Grant Program funds initiatives that improve, restore or protect the watersheds, surface water and groundwater supplies in local communities.
NJ issues drought watch
The declaration from New Jersey Commissioner of Environmental Protection Shawn LaTourette is the first of its kind since 2016. It comes amid persistent hot, dry conditions that are stressing supplies and urges residents and businesses to conserve water.
State encourages businesses, residents to conserve water
“Now is the time for New Jersey to be especially mindful of water usage and proactively moderate our consumption,” said NJDEP Commissioner of Environmental Protection Shawn LaTourette. “Although our reservoirs and other indicators are healthy, persistent hot and dry weather coupled with the high water demands of summer can quickly impact water supply.”
