Upcoming Events

When: Saturday, May 4, 2019 9am - 1pm (registration at 8:45am) Location: Morristown United Methodist Church 50 S Park Place, Morristown, NJ 07960​ Some chemicals have been found to cause cancer. From pesticides on our food to flame retardant chemicals sprayed on our furniture. Then why do we still use them? This training will examine some chemicals that are known to cause cancer and the economic incentives that encourage business leaders to use them. We will also develop an action agenda for New Jersey and what we can do to reduce exposures and advocate for change. Download the flyer

WEC Annual Membership Meeting How We Can Prepare Workers and Our Communities for Future Climate Disaster WEC Member and Non-Members are Invited to Attend Scientists predict more extreme weather events fueled by climate change. What does this mean for a costal state like New Jersey that has a number of chemical facilities located in flood prone areas? Keynote Speaker: Matt Campo, Rutgers University Using Science, Planning and Policy to Adapt to Future Flood Hazards Matt is a Senior Research Specialist in the Environmental Analysis and Communications Group at the Edward J. Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy at Rutgers University. Matt’s work at Rutgers focuses on understanding tools and methods to assess the sustainability and resilience of built environments and transportation systems. Matt provides analysis and support for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, Mid-Atlantic Ocean Data Portal, New Jersey Climate Adaptation Alliance, and US Environmental Protection Agency to enhance planning capabilities and risk management strategies in coastal communities. Prior to Rutgers, Matt worked for EY and TranSystems on the behalf of public agencies and private companies to create site location and economic development strategies for commercial, residential and industrial real estate assets. He earned Bachelor's degree in Industrial and [...]