Past Events 

On May 16, 2025, EcoActionNJ created an instructional photo series documenting how to safely and effectively conduct a trash cleanup near the George Washington Bridge. This cleanup focused on high-foot-traffic areas that accumulate debris from pedestrian and vehicular flow.

During the session, our volunteers removed over 25 pounds of trash and recyclable materials. The images produced that day were incorporated into an online public guide designed to teach new volunteers proper cleanup procedures, including waste sorting, safe handling techniques, and identifying high-risk pollution zones. This project expanded our ability to reach and educate volunteers beyond in-person events, strengthening EcoActionNJ’s commitment to accessible environmental stewardship.

On August 30, 2025, EcoActionNJ held a public petition event outside the Palisades Park Municipal Complex to support an expansion of the town’s single-use plastics ban. Over four hours, the team engaged more than 180 residents, provided information about local waste management issues, and collected 126 verified signatures. Volunteers from the youth community assisted with outreach, signature intake, and educational materials that explained the proposed changes.

The petition results were later presented to Mayor Chong Paul Kim during a scheduled meeting that focused on municipal sustainability goals and pathways for stronger environmental protections. This event marked a shift in EcoActionNJ’s work from cleanups to civic advocacy, showing how local engagement can help drive long-term environmental action and community policy.