BIKE RODEO 2025:

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SUSTAINABLE BRIEFS

Do you have a bike you don’t use? Donate it for a good cause! Mercer County departments are hosting a bike drive on Saturday, June 7th, from 12pm – 4pm, to benefit the Boys & Girls Club Bike Exchange. It takes place at the Mercer County Park Recreation and Event Center, 1638 Old Trenton Rd, West Windsor.

Artificial intelligence (AI) may be the next best thing since sliced bread, but it doesn’t come free. New Jersey electricity rates are soaring largely because of power-sucking AI data centers. Starting June 1, New Jersey electricity rate increases will range from 17% to 20%, depending on customers’ service areas.  More here.

Who knew? In a striking ecological phenomenon, American flamingos have been making unexpected appearances in New Jersey’s salt marshes, capturing the attention of birdwatchers, conservationists, and scientists alike.  Details here.

THE LATEST NEWS ON CLEAN ENERGY INCENTIVES

The NJ Electrification Coaching Network recently presented a thorough article on current clean energy incentives available from multiple programs through three different sources – the state of NJ, your public electric or natural gas utility, and the federal government. It’s excellent information for renters, homeowners, businesses, nonprofits and government. See here for the full account.

Are you a homeowner searching at this point just for those great programs from the State of NJ for ways to save on your energy costs? Look no more! Summarized on one page are the various currently available programs offered, including appliance rebates and recycling, utility bill assistance, solar help, electric vehicle incentives, etc. Check out these offerings here.