Jersey Sierran Index

As of this writing, eight bald eagles in New Jersey are known to have succumbed to avian influenza. This is a concern because not only are bald eagles beloved creatures, but also New Jersey has gone to great lengths to restore the population.

On May 7, the US Coast Guard said it would approve a permit to replace the Newark Bay Bridge and its approaches, skipping greener alternatives despite environmental concerns. The permit would include authorization for improvements from Interchange...

The “wind port” project at Paulsboro is headed for a state of hibernation. Stockpiles of wind turbine monopiles manufactured there are being disassembled. It is doubtful whether any offshore wind energy farms will be built in New Jersey over the...

As bird flu cases widen across the United States, authorities in New Jersey are on alert.

A future that integrates nature into urban designs will create significant mental health benefits and potentially more resilient and peaceful societies. Additionally, such biophilic design may lead to a decline in mental health inequalities through...

After 242 years of being part of the Great Seal of the United States, the bald eagle became our official national bird on December 24, 2024, when a bill that Congress had passed with unanimous support was signed into law by former President Joe...

Important Environmental Issues that need addressing Now!

Amid the new administration’s assault on millions of federal workers and vital federal institutions, its attack on the environment, although major, could easily become lost to view. Below is a short overview of the Trump administration’s executive...

Early this year, devastating fires ravaged Los Angeles, leaving behind scorched landscapes, displaced communities, and shattered ecosystems. While the exact causes of these fires were many, their impacts are undeniable and serve as a sobering...

Very important activities supporting Wildlife in New Jersey when you join the Sierra Club "Wildlife and Endangered Species Committee"