Environment

TOTAL TRI EMISSIONS FOR NJ CHEMICAL SECTOR DOWN 93% SINCE 1988

The chemistry industry in New Jersey has shown remarkable progress in managing and reducing waste, as highlighted by the latest 2021 Toxics Release Inventory (TRI) National Analysis report released by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) earlier this month. The report shows a significant decrease in environmental releases of chemicals from facilities covered by the program, and a notable increase in waste management and recycling by member facilities

CCNJ members are continuously identifying source reduction opportunities to minimize waste and its impact on the environment. Our members create the science to produce the products that improve and sustain our quality life.  Our members are committed to reducing their environmental impact, while supporting a robust New Jersey economy.
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Environment Related Position Papers

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  • May 16, 2025

    CCNJ COMMENTS: NJDEP RULE PROPOSAL NO. PRN 2025-028, DEP DOCKET NO. 02-25-02

    On behalf of our members, the Chemistry Council of New Jersey (CCNJ) and the Site Remediation Industry Network (SRIN) appreciate the opportunity to provide comments to the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) on NJDEP RULE PROPOSAL NO. PRN 2025-028, DEP DOCKET NO. 02-25-02, which was published in the New Jersey Register (NJR) on March 17, 2025.


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  • July 19, 2024

    CCNJ COMMENTS: NJDEP PROPOSED AMENDMENTS/NEW RULES/REPEALS TO DISCHARGES OF PETROLEUM AND OTHER HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES RULE – N.J.A.C. 7:1E (DEP DOCKET NO. 03-24-04, PROPOSAL NO. PRN 2024-062)

    Based on our detailed comments below, CCNJ/SRIN are respectfully requesting that the Proposed Rule be reconsidered and workgroup meetings with interested parties be scheduled. The last NJDEP stakeholder meeting was held on February 11, 2019 and only discussed Appendix A, de minimis, Subchapter 6, recordkeeping, renewal cycle, and revised language. There was no discussion on some of the key 2024 proposed amendments; workgroup meetings with interested parties need to be held to discuss these changes. The input developed during these meetings will better inform NJDEP’s regulatory proposal and decision-making.


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  • January 30, 2023

    CCNJ COMMENTS: NJDEP PROPOSED AMENDMENTS AND NEW RULE, STORMWATER MANAGEMENT RULES, FLOOD HAZARD AREA CONTROL ACT RULES, N.J.A.C. 7:8, 7:13 (DEP DOCKET NUMBER 08-22-10, PROPOSAL NO. PRN 2022-156)

    On behalf of our members, the Chemistry Council of New Jersey (CCNJ) appreciates the opportunity to provide comments to the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) on the proposed amendments and new rule regarding stormwater management and Flood Hazard Area Control Act requirements published in the New Jersey Register on December 5, 2022.


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  • January 12, 2023

    CCNJ COMMENTS: FY2023 ANNUAL FEE REPORT AND ASSESSMENT OF FEES FOR THE NJPDES PERMIT PROGRAM

    On behalf of our members, the Chemistry Council of New Jersey (CCNJ) appreciates the opportunity to provide comments on the New Jersey Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NJPDES) Fiscal Year (FY) 2023 Annual Fee Report and Assessment of Fees.


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  • March 4, 2022

    CCNJ COMMENTS: NJDEP PROPOSED AMENDMENTS AND NEW RULES, CONTROL AND PROHIBITION OF CARBON DIOXIDE EMISSIONS, N.J.A.C. 7:27, 7:27A, 7:27F (DEP DOCKET NUMBER 07-21-11, PROPOSAL NO. PRN 2021-117)

    On behalf of our members, the Chemistry Council of New Jersey (CCNJ) appreciates the opportunity to provide comments to the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) on the proposed amendments and new rules regarding the carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions requirements published in the New Jersey Register on December 6, 2021.


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  • February 17, 2022

    CCNJ COMMENTS: FY2022 ANNUAL FEE REPORT AND ASSESSMENT OF FEES FOR THE NJPDES PERMIT PROGRAM

    On behalf of our members, the Chemistry Council of New Jersey (CCNJ) appreciates the opportunity to provide comments on the New Jersey Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NJPDES) Fiscal Year (FY) 2022 Annual Fee Report and Assessment of Fees.


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  • August 26, 2021

    CCNJ COMMENTS: NJDEP NOTICE OF OPPORTUNITY FOR PUBLIC COMMENT ON DISCONTINUATION OF GENERAL PERMIT GP-020 FOR RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT

    On behalf of our members, the Chemistry Council of New Jersey (CCNJ) appreciates the opportunity to provide comments to the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP, Department) regarding the discontinuation of GP-020 for Research and Development (R&D) at minor air facilities, N.J.A.C. 7:27-8.8(c)19.


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  • August 20, 2021

    CCNJ COMMENTS: NJDEP PROPOSED NEW RULES AND AMENDMENTS, GREENHOUSE GAS MONITORING AND REPORTING

    On behalf of our members, the Chemistry Council of New Jersey (CCNJ) appreciates the opportunity to provide comments to the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP, the Department) on the proposed new rules and amendments regarding Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Monitoring and Reporting requirements published in the New Jersey Register on June 21, 2021.


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  • August 20, 2021

    CCNJ COMMENTS: PRE-PROPOSAL COMMENTS ON NJDEP ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE RULEMAKING STAKEHOLDER EFFORT

    On behalf of our members, the Chemistry Council of New Jersey (CCNJ) and Site Remediation Industry Network (SRIN) appreciate the opportunity to provide the following comments to the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP, the Department) on the Environmental Justice (EJ) rulemaking focus areas, as presented at the virtual stakeholder meetings held from January through June 2021.


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  • June 25, 2021

    CCNJ COMMENTS: NJDEP TECHNICAL GUIDANCE DOCUMENT FILL MATERIAL GUIDANCE FOR SRP SITES

    CCNJ/SRIN provided comments on the "Fill Material Guidance for SRP  sites" NJDEP Technical Guidance Document.


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Environment Related Chemunique Posts

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  • April 30, 2025

    CCNJ’s 40th Annual Conference Celebrates Industry Leadership, Honors Johnson Matthey And Roux With Chairperson’s Awards

    The Chemistry Council of New Jersey marked a major milestone with its 40th Annual Conference, held April 28-29, 2025, at the Ocean Casino Resort in Atlantic City. Nearly 200 attendees gathered for two days of meaningful discussions, policy insight, and peer engagement, making this year’s conference one of the most dynamic and well attended in recent memory.


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  • April 30, 2025

    Chemistry Council of New Jersey Participates In The New Jersy Clean Air Council Annual Public Hearing

    On April 23, 2025, the Chemistry Council of New Jersey (CCNJ) proudly participated in the New Jersey Clean Air Council (CAC) Annual Public Hearing, held in Trenton.


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  • March 28, 2025

    CCNJ Submits Comments on NJDEP’s FY2025 NJPDES Fee Report

    On March 20, 2025, CCNJ submitted comments to the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) on their FY2025 Annual Fee Report and Assessment of Fees for the New Jersey Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NJPDES) permit program.


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  • March 28, 2025

    DEP GWQS Rule Adoption & MGW SRS Rule Proposal

    The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP)’s Ground Water Quality Standards (GWQS) rule adoption was published in the February 3, 2025 New Jersey Register (NJR), with two administrative corrections published on February 18, 2025


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  • February 27, 2025

    Recap of February 7, 2025 ISG Meeting

    On February 7, 2025, the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) held its latest Industrial Stakeholder Group (ISG) meeting, covering a range of regulatory updates and on-going initiatives. 


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  • January 30, 2025

    New Jersey Extended Producer Responsibility Legislation Held Again Without A Committee Vote

    Senate Bill 3398, "Packaging Product Stewardship Act," sponsored by Senate Environment and Energy Committee Chairman, Bob Smith, was not voted out of committee on January 13, 2025, in order to consider amendments. This was the fifth time the bill was on a committee agenda and was not voted out of committee.


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  • January 30, 2025

    Anticipated DEP Rule Adoptions

    The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP)’s Ground Water Quality Standards (GWQS) rule proposal, which was published in the January 2, 2024


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  • January 30, 2025

    Dirty Dirt Rule Proposal

    Please be advised that the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) published a rule proposal in the January 21, 2025 New Jersey Register. 


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  • January 30, 2025

    CCNJ/SRIN Comments On DEP’s SRRA 2.0 Rule Proposal

    The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) published a rule proposal on October 21, 2024 that is a continuation of the "SRRA 2.0" effort and proposes to amend the Industrial Site Recovery Act (ISRA), Administrative Requirements for the Remediation of Contaminated Sites (ARRCS), Technical Requirements for Site Remediation (Tech Regs), and Heating Oil Tank System (HOTS) Remediation regulations.


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  • December 18, 2024

    Announcing The 2025 CCNJ Committees Meeting Schedule

    The Chemistry Council of New Jersey (CCNJ) is pleased to announce its 2025 Members-Only Committees Meeting Schedule. These meetings are vital opportunities for members to engage in discussions, share insights, and stay informed on key regulatory, legislative, and industry issues.


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Environment Related Resources

  • June 1, 2013

    As Hurricane Season Begins: Reminders to Minimize and Report Releases

    Unlike some other natural disasters, the onset of a hurricane can allow early preparations to minimize its effect on a facility. Owners/operators typically take prudent preventive action by safely shutting down processes, or otherwise operate under emergency operations procedures, before hurricane force winds and associated stormsurge flooding can damage facilities and cause uncontrolled releases of hazardous chemicals.


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