Dave Algoso
Policy Associate
Global Warming Pollution in New Jersey
Global Warming Pollution in New Jersey provides an inventory of carbon dioxide emissions in New Jersey. The study reveals that transportation and electricity generation produce 70 percent of emissions of carbon dioxide, the leading global warming pollutant, and that emissions from these sectors are expected to rise. The report concludes with suggestions for policies that could help reduce emissions in the state.
Global Warming Pollution in New Jersey provides an inventory of carbon dioxide emissions in New Jersey. The study reveals that transportation and electricity generation produce 70 percent of emissions of carbon dioxide, the leading global warming pollutant, and that emissions from these sectors are expected to rise. The report concludes with suggestions for policies that could help reduce emissions in the state.
Authors
Dave Algoso
Policy Associate
Emily Rusch
Vice President and Senior Director of State Offices, The Public Interest Network
Emily is the senior director for state organizations for The Public Interest Network. She works nationwide with the state group directors for PIRG and Environment America to help them build stronger organizations and achieve greater success. Emily was the executive director for CALPIRG from 2009-2021, overseeing a myriad of CALPIRG campaigns to protect public health, protect consumers in the marketplace, and promote a robust democracy. Emily works in our Oakland, California, office, and loves camping, hiking, gardening and cooking with her family.