2022 Sustainability Heroes
To capture the inspiring stories of our local leaders, we recognize a monthly Sustainability Hero. If you have recommendations for someone on your green team, municipal staff or task force that is a sustainability hero, please complete the online submission form.
To view past heroes click here.
November
Laura Bagwell, Chair, Eatontown Borough Green Team (Monmouth County)
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October
Vicky Binetti, Chair, Washington Township Green Team and Environmental Commission (Gloucester County)
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September
Kelly Stone, K-5 STEM Teacher, George L. Catrambone Elementary School (Monmouth County)
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August
Ila Vassallo, Chair, Evesham Township Environmental Commission/Green Team
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July
Carolyn McGrath, Sustainability Leader, Hopewell Valley Regional School District Teacher of Visual Arts, Central High School
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June
Dr. Lawrence S. Feinsod, Executive Director, New Jersey School Boards Association
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May
Elizabeth Magill Peer, Chair, City of Lambertville Environmental Commission, Hunterdon County
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April
Vicki Palaganas, Penns Grove High School, Salem County
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March
Donna J. Helmes, Sustainable Collingswood
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February
André Sayegh, Mayor, City of Paterson, Passaic County
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January
Anne-Marie Peracchio, Past Chair, Sustainable Jersey Board of Trustees
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