Sustainability
True or False: Sustainability is only about the environment.
False
What do we plant to cool down hot neighborhoods?
Trees
EJ stands for…
Environmental Justice
STEM & Career Pathways
Science, Technology, Engineering, Math
What river flows through Newark?
The Passaic River
What does “future generations” mean?
People who will live after us
What green type(s) infrastructure helps absorb rainwater?
Rain garden or bioswale
True or False: Everyone is impacted equally by pollution.
False
Name one STEM job.
Engineer, scientist, coder, etc.
What environmental issue affects many Newark neighborhoods?
Flooding, heat, or air pollution
Give one example of a sustainable action.
Ex: Reusing bags, saving energy, recycling, etc.
What does permeable pavement do?
Lets water soak through instead of flooding street
What is one example of an EJ issue?
Air pollution, flooding, heat islands, etc
What is one skill that helps in STEM careers?
Problem‑solving, teamwork, curiosity, etc.
What is one green infrastructure project Newark uses?
Flooding, heat, or air pollution
What are the three pillars of sustainability?
Environment, Economy, Equity
Why do cities build green roofs?
To reduce heat, save energy, and manage stormwater
Why do some neighborhoods face more environmental problems?
Unequal planning, historic disinvestment, or unfair policies
What is the “blue economy”?
Jobs and industries connected to oceans and waterways
Why does Newark need more trees?
To reduce heat and improve air quality
Why do we say resources are “finite”?
Because they can run out if we use too much
Which neighborhoods usually need green infrastructure the most?
Communities facing flooding, heat, or pollution (EJ communities
What does EJ ask us to consider?
Who is most impacted — and why
Why is Jasmine and Nicole's work important for you to hear and learn about?
They demonstrate the importance of leadership to affect positive change in our communities by people from our communities
Who are some organizations that lead Newark’s sustainability work?
Newark DIG, Newark Green Team, SWEA