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Progress happens, one change at a time.

Utility savings after an energy audit:

up to $500/yr

For an average NJ household

Gasoline usage:

1,260 gallons/yr

For the average Princeton resident

Landfill waste generation:

4,940 pounds/yr

For an average Princeton household

Stormwater consumption:

23,890 gallons/yr

By a mature oak tree

Upcoming

Events & Seminars

01
Oct

An Electric EVening at the Princeton Shopping Center 4:00 PM

Mark your calendars! Our Electric EVening at the Princeton Shopping Center will be held on October 1 from 4-7 pm. Come out to test drive the latest models of...
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16
Oct

Sustainable Princeton @ S.H.R.E.D.fest — October 2021 10:00 AM

The Municipality of Princeton will hold its annual shredding and electronics recycling event on Saturday, October 16 From 10 AM – 2 PM at Thanet...
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16
Oct

Sustainable Scarecrow-making @ Fall Fest 11:00 AM

Join us as we bring sustainable scarecrow making to the Fall Fest at the Princeton Shopping Center. This family-friendly event promises many other festivities, including...
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Climate change is a global issue, but change must begin locally.

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Unique Sukkahs in Sukkah Village Princeton 2021 Now on View; Town Topics

The sukkahs that are dotting the Princeton landscape this week are more than the innovative and creative architectural designs they appear to be. They are...

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Second Annual GHG Inventory Update

Princeton’s Climate Action Plan (CAP) calls for updating the community-wide production-based inventory every year. Long-term trends are difficult to ascertain from year to year. However,...

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Want to learn more about New Jersey’s Plastic Ban Law?

As you may have heard, New Jersey has enacted one of the toughest plastic ban laws in the country. Now's the time to start getting ready for this law to take effect.

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The STAR Neighborhoods program provides Princeton residents with the opportunity to actively participate in building a more sustainable community. Neighborhoods select activities that reduce their carbon footprint and enhance the community.

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