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Comparison of NJ and U.S. Greenhouse Gas Targets
This report evaluates New Jersey emissions targets relative to the goals set forth in the U.S. Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) and IPCC projections that are consistent with the Paris Agreement of keeping global temperatures well below 2°C relative to preindustrial temperatures by 2100 and pursuing efforts to limit the temperature increase to 1.5°C.
Inside, Outside, & In Between: Leading In Government
This week on EJB Talks, Bloustein School Young Alumni honoree and Advisory Board Member Sara Meyers MPP ’09 shares her unconventional path into public policy, beginning with a background in music and German before being inspired by political events to pursue change from within government.
Presidential Legacies of Regulatory Reform
In Regulatory Reform from Nixon to Biden, Graham chronicles 10 U.S. Presidents’ regulatory legacies. Drawing on his extensive research and experience, including his own service as the administrator of the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs during the George W. Bush Administration, Graham makes the case that Presidents have long exercised strong influence over both congressional and agency regulatory agendas.
Riding South Jersey’s little river line that could
Dr. Michael Lahr, a professor emeritus at Rutgers, used to commute on the River Line daily. In an interview with the ‘Prince,’ he highlighted its convenience due to its high service frequency, and said that he found it easier than driving.
NJSPL – Implications of The E-Bike Boom for New Jersey
E-bikes are particularly important for low-income individuals, those with disabilities, those without access to a driver’s license or in carless households, and residents in transit deserts.
New Jersey school taxes to rise dramatically in many Ocean and Monmouth school districts
The tax cap in New Jersey has kept annual increases relatively low, but also so low that they have not reflected the natural growth of communities and costs, said Pfeiffer, of the Bloustein School at Rutgers University.
Heldrich Center to Launch New Podcast “Work Trends RU”
The Heldrich Center for Workforce Development is pleased to announce the upcoming launch of its new podcast series, "Work Trends RU," exploring the changing worlds of work, education, social policy, and financial security. The series features insightful conversations...
New Video: “The Limitless League” Wellness Grant
“The Limitless League” was a 90-day challenge aimed at enhancing the physical and mental well-being of the Bloustein School’s faculty and staff and led by Aakanksha Deoli, Stephanie Kose-Crozier, and Anita Franzione. The Bloustein School’s challenge runs through May, 2025.
Murphy adviser also works at engineering firm that gets NJ contracts
Marc Pfeiffer, a senior policy fellow at Rutgers University’s Center for Urban Policy Research, said balancing dual roles in the private and public sectors “can be problematic, and the officials involved have to make good choices” by following the law and ethics policies.
Research Day 2025 Recap: Winners and Videos
The Bloustein School’s 4th Annual Research Day took place on Friday, April 12th. Watch the keynote address by Dr. Joel Cantor and Lightning Talks by various Bloustein professors and researchers.
Despite protest, E-ZPass can be run by a company with Singapore ties, the N.J. Turnpike Authority says
Commenting on the alleged Singapore-China alliance, Marc Pfeiffer, associate director of the Bloustein Local Government Research Center at Rutgers University, said: “It’s important to remember that Singapore is a separate country from China, and is not an adversary of the United States.
Prof. Smart Researches Youth Driver Licensing Determinants
This study explores the factors influencing driver’s license acquisition among young individuals and examines its broader implications for mobility, safety, and sustainability.