The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) was awarded a $2,846,670.00 federal Project Grant under the USDA Forest Service's Cooperative Forestry Assistance program (CFDA 10.664) on March 26, 2024. The grant will support a consolidated portfolio of forestry initiatives in New Jersey, including urban and community forestry, forest stewardship, forest health, state fire capacity, and wildfire management. This multi-year grant, with a final completion date of December 31, 2028, will enable NJDEP to address a range of forest management and conservation priorities across the state, such as promoting sustainable forestry practices, mitigating invasive species threats, enhancing wildlife habitats, and reducing wildfire risks. NJDEP may subaward portions of the grant funding to local governments, non-profits, and other partners to implement specific projects and initiatives.
Mod # | Description | Reason For Modification | Federal Obligation (Click to sort descending) | Date (Click to sort ascending) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Not listed | $1.4m | 3/26/24 |