Sustainable Jersey Launches Success Stories Contest with Funding Support from the PSEG Foundation

Sustainable Jersey is proud to announce the launch of the 2026 Sustainable Jersey Success Stories Contest, made possible through funding from the PSEG Foundation. The contest invites municipalities across New Jersey to showcase impactful sustainability initiatives that are making a lasting difference in their communities.

Through funding provided by the PSEG Foundation, first-, second-, and third-place winners will receive awards ranging from $500 to $2,000 to help further advance their sustainability efforts.

“We are proud to support the Sustainable Jersey Success Stories Contest and recognize the municipalities leading meaningful change for their communities,” said Maria Spina, the Senior Manager for the PSEG Foundation & Corporate Social Responsibility. “These local initiatives demonstrate how innovation, collaboration, and community engagement can create a more sustainable future for New Jersey.”

Municipal leaders, staff, and green teams are encouraged to submit projects, initiatives, campaigns, or other successful efforts that have been implemented, continue to benefit the community, and align with Sustainable Jersey actions and sustainability goals.

Winners will be announced at the Sustainable Jersey Annual Awards Luncheon during the New Jersey State League of Municipalities Conference in November, where selected municipalities will also have the opportunity to present their projects.

Contest Highlights

• Awards of $500 to $2,000

• Open to participating Sustainable Jersey municipalities

• Winners recognized at the Sustainable Jersey Annual Luncheon in November 2026

Information Session

To help municipalities prepare strong submissions, Sustainable Jersey will host an online information session:

The information session will provide an overview of the contest, submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and an opportunity to ask questions.

Submissions are due on Monday, June 22, 2026 and will be evaluated based on project impact, community engagement, alignment with sustainability goals, and the ability to clearly communicate the story and benefits of the initiative. For more information visit: bit.ly/SJSuccessStoriesContest