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Rutgers Environmental Steward Program 2025

A Rutgers Environmental Steward is a volunteer that is trained in the important environmental issues affecting New Jersey and works to help solve local environmental problems. No previous experience needed, you simply need a passion for the environment and a desire to help solve local environmental problems.
- Weekly classes taught by leading researchers from Rutgers, government, and the nonprofit sector. Tuesdays 5:30-8:30 p.m. Approximately 11 online and 5 in-person sessions running January-May.
- Field trips to environmentally significant sites are included.
- Topics include, but are not limited to climate change, solid waste, recycling, soil health, alternative energy, water quality, habitat conservation, pollinator protection, and environmental policy.
- Complete a 60-hour project in your community to become certified.
- Program fee– $325- early bird discount of $25 when registered before 12/31/25, scholarships available!
- Registration opens in October! To register or learn more visit: envirostewards.rutgers.edu



