Monmouth County being GREEN

A while back ago, I wrote about the plan for NJ to reduce carbon gas emissions by 2020. This is a big step for NJ to join in the fight to take care of our planet earth. Along those lines, Monmouth County is on board in dedicating themselves to combating climate change and global warming.

Monmouth County has outlined some ways to reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions creating programs that:

• promote waste to energy programs
• incorporate LEED (Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design)standards in new construction and the rehabilitation of buildings
• implement better land use policies
• develop alternative sources of energy
• foster economic development and job creation
• expand transportation and work choices to reduce traffic congestion
• reduce energy bills

To name a few.........please check out the Monmouth County website at http://www.monmouth.nj.us/ for further information.