The Somerville Environmental Commission is hosting an educational event to understand the current and future state of New Jersey’s weather and climate. Save the Date Date: Monday, March 31, 2025 Time: 7 pm Location: Somerville Civic Center (24 Robeson St) Registration for this event opens on March 17. About the seminar New Jersey’s Changing Climate … Continued
Save the date for the 2025 Jay Scott Community Garden plot lottery! Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or a budding enthusiast, the Environmental Commission invites you to submit your information to receive a vegetable garden bed for the year. How to get started Registration opens on March 28, 2025. Fill out the online application form … Continued
Celebrate Earth Day with the Environmental Commission the weekend of April 25, 26 and 27. We will have 3 opportunities to join in the festivities and make an impact with our community! Earth Day Weekend 2025 Friday, April 25 to Sunday, April 27 – Town Swap Saturday, April 26 (starting at 9 am) – Town … Continued
The Somerville Environmental Commission proudly received the prestigious Environmental Achievement Award at the Association of New Jersey Environmental Commissions (ANJEC) 51st Annual Environmental Congress on September 27. This recognition highlights the commission’s commitment to environmental stewardship and its impactful reforestation efforts along Peters Brook Greenway. Earlier this year, the Environmental Commission secured a grant from … Continued
Join us on Sunday, October 6, 2024, for Somerville’s exciting Electric Vehicle (EV) Show, held in conjunction with the Somerville Street Fair and Craft Show! Discover how driving electric can save you money, reduce your carbon footprint, and offer an enjoyable driving experience. EV enthusiasts and owners will share their insights, offer advice, and answer … Continued
Authored by the Somerville Environmental Commission of Somerville, New Jersey What is it? Compost is organic material that can be added to soil to help plants grow. Food scraps and yard waste together currently make up more than 28% of what we throw away, and composting turns them into plant, tree and garden food! Making … Continued
The Borough of Somerville completed a reforestation project and planted 150 tree saplings in 4 parks and along the Peter’s Brook greenway and intersecting streets. This project was funded by a $137,210 grant awarded to the Borough in 2022 by the NJ Department of Environmental Protection. The total project was estimated to cost $171,000 and … Continued
The Environmental Commission is partnering with RideWise and Pops Bike Shop to provide refurbished bicycles to adults who need transportation for work. Bike donations will be accepted at the Earth Day bike drive on April 20 and April 22. Drop-off locations and times are listed below. The Department of Public Works will help transport donated … Continued
Celebrate Earth Day with the Environmental Commission the weekend of April 19, 20 and 21, rain or shine! We have 3 opportunities to join in the festivities and make an impact with our community. Here are the highlights, with more information listed further below about each event. Town Clean Up & Free Tree Seedling Giveaway … Continued
The Environmental Commission is looking for volunteers to help prepare the Jay Scott Community Garden in Somerville for the new season. Volunteer opportunities are available on Saturday, April 6 and Saturday, April 13. What we’re doing Adding soil to beds and laying mulch along the pathways General garden clean up Work will include digging, bending, … Continued
