Environment


TOTAL TRI EMISSIONS FOR NJ CHEMICAL SECTOR DOWN 93% SINCE 1988

The chemistry industry in New Jersey has shown remarkable progress in managing and reducing waste, as highlighted by the latest 2021 Toxics Release Inventory (TRI) National Analysis report released by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) earlier this month. The report shows a significant decrease in environmental releases of chemicals from facilities covered by the program, and a notable increase in waste management and recycling by member facilities

CCNJ members are continuously identifying source reduction opportunities to minimize waste and its impact on the environment. Our members create the science to produce the products that improve and sustain our quality life.  Our members are committed to reducing their environmental impact, while supporting a robust New Jersey economy.
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Environment Related Position Papers

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  • September 29, 2017

    COMMENTS: NJDEP PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SITE REMEDIATION AND WASTE MANAGEMENT PROGRAM RULES (DEP DOCKET NO. 10-17-06, PROPOSAL NO. PRN 2017-134)

    COMMENTS ON NJDEP PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SITE REMEDIATION AND WASTE MANAGEMENT PROGRAM RULES (DEP DOCKET NO. 10-17-06, PROPOSAL NO. PRN 2017-134)


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  • November 21, 2016

    COMMENTS: REQUEST FOR PUBLIC INPUT FOR PERFLUOROOCTANOIC ACID

    On behalf of our members, the Chemistry Council of New Jersey (CCNJ) and Site Remediation Industry Network (SRIN) appreciates the opportunity to provide comments to the Drinking Water Quality Institute (DWQI) pursuant to the Institute’s request for public input regarding the recently released subcommittee reports on Perfluorooctanoic Acid (PFOA).


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  • February 9, 2016

    COMMENTS: “PLANNING FOR AND RESPONSE TO CATASTROPHIC EVENTS AT CONTAMINATED SITES” TECHNICAL GUIDANCE DOCUMENT

    On behalf of the members of the Chemistry Council of New Jersey (CCNJ) and the Site Remediation Industry Network (SRIN), we appreciate the opportunity to provide comments to the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) on the “Planning for and Response to Catastrophic Events at Contaminated Sites” (Catastrophic Events) Technical Guidance Document. 


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Environment Related Chemunique Posts

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  • February 26, 2020

    Legislation To Classify Neonicotinoids And Other Pesticides As “Restricted Use” Is Released From Senate Environment Committee

    Recently, Senator Bob Smith (D-17), introduced S-1016, which  would require the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to classify Neonicotinoid pesticides, designed or intended for outdoor use, as restricted use pesticides.  According to the legislation, a restricted use pesticide, can only be purchased and used by a certified and licensed pesticide applicator, or person working under their direct supervision.


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  • February 26, 2020

    Reset: Business And Society In The New Social Landscape

    As consumers, our access to—and appetite for—information about what and how we buy continues to grow. Powered by social media, increasingly we look at the companies behind the products and are disappointed when their actions do not meet our expectations.


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  • January 31, 2020

    CCNJ Had A Successful 218th Legislative Session On Behalf of Its Members

    Now that the 2018-2019 Legislative Session is behind us, CCNJ can now report on its successful advocacy efforts before the New Jersey Legislative and Executive branches.


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  • January 31, 2020

    Governor Murphy Releases Much Anticipated Energy Master Plan

    On Monday, January 27, Governor Murphy released the latest version of the New Jersey Energy Master Plan. 


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  • January 31, 2020

    SRRA 2.0 Update

    CCNJ and the Site Remediation Industry Network (SRIN) previously submitted a letter to the Department on November 29, 2019 highlighting our high-priority items, which did include Remedial Action Permit (RAP) alternatives and historic fill exemption.


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  • January 31, 2020

    CCNJ Not Resting On Its Laurels As It Advances Advocacy Priorities In The 219th Legislature

    On January 14<sup>th</sup>, the 219<sup>th</sup> Session of the New Jersey Legislature was convened and to date more than 3,573 bills have already been introduced. 


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  • January 31, 2020

    Remedial Investigation/Remedial Action Completion

    On November 12, 2019, the Site Remediation Industry Network (SRIN) met with New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP, the Department) Site Remediation & Waste Management Program (SRWMP) Assistant Commissioner Mark Pedersen and staff.


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  • January 31, 2020

    Upcoming H&S and Environment Committee Meetings

    The next CCNJ H&S Committee meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, February 18, 2020.


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  • December 24, 2019

    Bill to Ban Plastic Bags, Polystyrene, and Plastic Straws Gains Traction in the Lame-Duck Session of the Legislature

    Senate Environment Committee Chairman Bob Smith is making a lame-duck push for Senate Bill 2776, which prohibits provision or sale of single-use plastic carryout bags, single-use paper carryout bags, and polystyrene foam food service products; limits provision of single-use plastic straws.


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  • December 24, 2019

    Legislation Concerning Plant Closings, Transfers, and Mass Layoffs is Amended and Progressing in Lame-Duck.

    Legislation sponsored by Senators Joseph Cryan (D-20) and Nellie Pou (D-35) that would make changes to the Federal WARN Act, was passed by the Senate on December 16 by a vote of 27-13. 


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Environment Related Resources

  • June 1, 2013

    As Hurricane Season Begins: Reminders to Minimize and Report Releases

    Unlike some other natural disasters, the onset of a hurricane can allow early preparations to minimize its effect on a facility. Owners/operators typically take prudent preventive action by safely shutting down processes, or otherwise operate under emergency operations procedures, before hurricane force winds and associated stormsurge flooding can damage facilities and cause uncontrolled releases of hazardous chemicals.


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