Utilities must partner with unions, focus on diversity for brightest future
Labor unions have been making headlines for months as they push for change amid an evolving technology and economic landscape. These are the most recent efforts in a long history that has led to...
South Jersey business leader: State needs to press on with offshore wind industry goals
As the world grapples with the urgent need to transition towards cleaner, more sustainable energy sources, New Jersey stands at the forefront of a groundbreaking movement — the development of its offshore wind industry....
Health care industry needs unified integrated facility license for best treatment of mental health,...
Health care providers are working hard every day to address an epidemic — the dramatic rise in mental health issues and substance use disorders worldwide. The World Health Organization said the number of people...
There are better options for state’s clean energy future than counterproductive climate lawsuits
A trip up the New Jersey Turnpike underscores that our bustling and densely packed state requires a lot of energy and reminds us of our obligation to reduce our carbon footprint. The time has...
RWJBarnabas Health’s commitment to healthier New Jersey has many lanes
RWJBarnabas Health has been dedicated to treating New Jersey’s sick and injured for more than 140 years. As the state’s largest and most comprehensive not-for-profit academic health care system, every year we take care...
Planting seeds: East Asia mission trip is latest example of state’s economic revival
The largest grove of Japanese cherry blossom trees in the U.S. resides in Newark’s Branch Brook Park, a little more than two miles from Choose New Jersey’s office. I thought about those blossoms —...
Navigating truths and falsehoods of New Jersey’s offshore wind plans
Offshore wind represents a once-in-a-generation opportunity for New Jersey. This new industry offers us a chance to revitalize our economy, foster innovation and promote our skilled workforce. It means thousands of good-paying union jobs...
Finding better way to do things, New Jersey Chamber unveils legislative priorities
As the Legislature returns this fall, our New Jersey Chamber of Commerce lobbying team will be back in the State House pushing for policies that will make New Jersey a better place to live...
Take 2 dance classes and call me in the morning
There’s a new prescription program in Newark — but this treatment comes with some serious side effects.
People taking this prescription are experiencing joy, connection, empowerment and improved mental and physical well-being. That’s because this...
Hispanic Heritage Month: More than a celebration, a call to action
Hispanic Heritage Month is a time to celebrate the history, contributions and achievements of Hispanics in the U.S. It is a time to show who we are, share our stories and lean into our...