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Sustainability Plan 

NJ TRANSIT SUSTAINABILITY PLAN

What is a Sustainability Plan and why does it matter?

  • What it is: The Sustainability Plan will build upon NJ TRANSIT’s existing sustainability programs to develop a comprehensive and inclusive sustainability framework related to our social, environmental, and economic performance.
  • What it does: The Sustainability Plan will create a shared vision both within NJ TRANSIT and with our customers, partners, and other stakeholders.
  • Why it matters: NJ TRANSIT is committed to championing efforts that protect the natural environment, provide equitable and sustainable transportation to our customers, and to be a leader in sustainability. NJ TRANSIT will align the Sustainability Plan with our 10-Year Strategic Plan and 5-Year Capital Plan as well as the goals in New Jersey’s Energy Master Plan, including maximizing ridership, equitable transportation, and adoption of zero-emission technologies.

American Public Transportation ​​​​Association(APTA) Sustainability Standards

 

What is the planning process?

NJ TRANSIT has embarked on a sustainability planning process that will bring stakeholders together and focus on a long-term vision for a clean, resilient, and equitable future. Through sustainability planning, NJ TRANSIT will create a framework with a vision, goals, and measurable objectives to guide the ongoing transformation of NJ TRANSIT as a sustainability leader.

Each member of our community has a role to play in these steps. Hearing from all New Jersey residents is important, especially the voices and perspectives of people and communities who have been historically excluded and underserved by transportation. Your input is critical to ensure that a diversity of voices is heard and for the Plan to reflect New Jersey residents’ needs. Learn more below for how you can stay involved.

Target Milestones

The targeted milestones below outline the process to develop the Sustainability Plan and opportunities for public feedback. Early and often engagement will ensure the Plan reflects the diverse voices of New Jersey residents. Input opportunities include participating in the public webinars, taking surveys and participating in small group interviews.

Help us identify the sustainability issues that matter most

NJ TRANSIT wants to hear from you on the importance of sustainability issues relating to transit. Contact us at [email protected].

Stakeholder Engagement

Your participation has contributed to the success of NJ TRANSIT’s Sustainability Plan! We hosted multiple webinars throughout the process to share project updates and hear your input. Learn what we’ve accomplished to date in first phase of the Plan's development. PHASE I DEVELOPMENT PROCESS FACTSHEET

The fourth public webinar was held on Tuesday, June 20, 2023 to gain input and feedback from stakeholders on the draft Sustainability Plan. DRAFT SUSTAINABILITY PLAN

View the recording from the June 20, 2023, public meeting:

Our third public webinar was held on Tuesday, December 13, 2022, 12-1:30. The objective of this webinar was to present and gather feedback on the Sustainability Framework, and set the stage for development of the Sustainability Vision and Final Sustainability Plan. Attendees were asked to share feedback on proposed goal statements, targets and metrics for the seven sustainability themes that will be addressed in NJ TRANSIT’s Sustainability Plan. 

View the recording from the December 13, 2022, public meeting:

At the August 4, 2022, meeting we:

  • Shared the results of our public and employee surveys that prioritize sustainability themes and aspects for inclusion in NJ TRANSIT’s Sustainability Plan; 
  • Reviewed industry trends and best practices from NJ TRANSIT and peer transit agencies;
  • Welcomed your input on themes to emphasize in the Sustainability Plan; and
  • Discussed next steps and data needs for our planning process.

View the recording from our August 4, 2022, public meeting:

View the recording from our March 23, 2022, public meeting:

  

Resources

  • Sustainability Plan presentations given at the Energy and Sustainability Policy Committee Meeting can found here.

Language Assistance

Upon request, NJ TRANSIT will provide translation services and/or closed captions. Please contact [email protected] or call (973) 275-5555 to submit a request.