Northeast Earth Coalition

Northeast Earth Coalition We work at the community level to protect the environment, promote sustainability & food security.

We support community & environmental activists who give hope for a better future. To accomplish this we seek to bring together diverse environmental groups. We believe that a strong local food system contributes to the health of our entire community, and we will work to facilitate greater understanding of the social, economic, and environmental impacts of our food choices. We support small family

farms, urban farming projects, community vegetable gardens, and backyard food production. We believe in promoting a healthier society through education about and appreciation of local, fresh, sustainably raised produce and products. We see the growth of community vegetable gardens as an effective strategy to make healthy organic produce accessible to low income families, ensuring that all members of our community have access to fresh local foods. We promote energy conservation and the integration of renewable, sustainable energy into local communities through advising local organizations and individuals, demanding better energy policies, and participating in local energy projects. We support the promotion of sustainable eco-friendly transportation, including biking, walking, and the development of accessible, reliable, and affordable public transportation. We envision a region where people can coexist and prosper in harmony with their environment. To this end, we promote the preservation and restoration of the natural environment.

Great news--the Green Acres bill (S3254), which prohibits the Green Acres Program from spending money on Artificial Turf...
06/05/2026

Great news--the Green Acres bill (S3254), which prohibits the Green Acres Program from spending money on Artificial Turf, is up for a vote in the Senate Environment Committee this Monday, June 8th at 10am.

This legislation is essential for protecting the health of our communities and environment. It will ensure that Green Acres funds are dedicated to conservation and safe recreation, not as a subsidy for toxic artificial turf.

This bill is the culmination of years of hard work and activism. We need your help as we get closer to the finish line with this bill--please fill out our action alert, or send a letter to the members of the Senate Energy and Environment Committee to vote YES on this bill!

Fill out our Action Alert HERE:

https://act.sierraclub.org/actions/newjersey?actionid=ar0620623&id=70131000001iOuIAAU

Red lettuce haiku 🥗A floret of redDazzling color in the sunFills soul and stomach. Glen Ridge Congregational ...
06/05/2026

Red lettuce haiku 🥗

A floret of red
Dazzling color in the sun
Fills soul and stomach.

Glen Ridge Congregational Church

A team of volunteers from Bright Horizons helped us do some serious weeding at the Cooper Ave. garden Wednesday afternoo...
06/04/2026

A team of volunteers from Bright Horizons helped us do some serious weeding at the Cooper Ave. garden Wednesday afternoon. Invasive garlic mustard, mugwort, burdock, and so many other nasties were threatening to take over, but not anymore! A huge thanks to them for their marvelous work.

Union Congregational Church Of Montclair

The NEEC community garden at the First Congregational church in Montclair is hidden in plain sight -- right outside the ...
06/03/2026

The NEEC community garden at the First Congregational church in Montclair is hidden in plain sight -- right outside the main entrance, it is nevertheless beautifully tucked away. Today, Avani, Lorraine, Mary, and Jon helped plant collared greens and kale, and tidied up the beds. This is such an enchanting garden, in the heart of downtown. Stop by and see what's growing. It's a fun mix of veggies and perennial pollinator plants. 40 South Fullerton Ave.
First Congregational Church of Montclair

We were back at it this morning at the Pine St. garden, where peas and kale are growing in abundance. Thank you to Avani...
06/01/2026

We were back at it this morning at the Pine St. garden, where peas and kale are growing in abundance. Thank you to Avani, Nancy, John, and Jon for their help!

Our Lady of Mount Carmel - Montclair Community Outreach Program of OLMC

Save the Date for the NEEC Fall Harvest Fiesta! 🚨🐝🍅🚨🦋🫛🚨Saturday, September 26, 6:30-9 pmWe've been busily making prepara...
05/30/2026

Save the Date for the NEEC Fall Harvest Fiesta! 🚨🐝🍅🚨🦋🫛🚨
Saturday, September 26, 6:30-9 pm

We've been busily making preparations for our big fall fundraiser. Mark your calendars!

Would you or your business/organization be interested in sponsoring our event? Contact us! [email protected]

🔗Ticket link: NEECfiesta2026.eventbrite.com

This past rainy weekend was not great for picnics and parades but, boy, did the gardens enjoy it. At Ridge Congregation...
05/27/2026

This past rainy weekend was not great for picnics and parades but, boy, did the gardens enjoy it. At Ridge Congregational Church , the peas are starting to take off.

Today, we planted swiss chard, butternut squash, pole beans, and more cucumbers. We spotted a lacewing, which is a wonderful insect known for its voracious appetite for aphids. A happy addition to the garden!

Thanks to Avani, Lorraine, Mary, and Nancy for their help!

Join the Essex Chapter - Native Plant Society of NJ for this tour of the wonderful Eagle Rock Meadow! Bee City USA
05/21/2026

Join the Essex Chapter - Native Plant Society of NJ for this tour of the wonderful Eagle Rock Meadow!

Bee City USA

Come join us in the meadow!

Essex Chapter's Free Guided Spring Meadow Walk
Saturday, May 30, 10-11am
Raindate: May 31
Eagle Rock Meadow, Eagle Rock Reservation. Essex County Park System, West Orange (across from 9/11 Memorial)

Northeast Earth Coalition Founder & CEO will present "Gardening for Life, A holistic and eco friendly approach," at the...
05/21/2026

Northeast Earth Coalition Founder & CEO will present "Gardening for Life, A holistic and eco friendly approach," at the East Orange Public Library on June 2nd, 5:30-7 pm. Join us!

To register: https://form.jotform.com/260986479697080

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