While a Rutgers University study says improvements to Transco’s natural gas pipeline will boost the state’s economy, environmentalists say its conclusions are “full of hot air.”
The study by the Edward J. Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy found that the project will generate $239.9 million in additional economic activity in New Jersey, including 2,411 direct and indirect jobs during construction, $171.9 million in labor income and $16.4 million in local and state taxes.
The Bloustein School's 5th Annual Research Day took place in person at the Gov. James J. Florio Special Events Forum on Friday, April 3rd. The event was an opportunity for Bloustein students, faculty, and staff to showcase their research, receive feedback, and build...
By Dr. Kelcie Ralph and Ellen Oettinger White (PhD '23) published this article in Transportation Research Record: Journal of the Transportation Research Board. Abstract Induced travel is the new travel that materializes after expanding infrastructure, and accounting...
Abstract Background Cancer is a leading cause of morbidity and mortality in the U.S., with significant financial implications for patients, especially those with limited access to resources. Particularly, the rising costs of cancer treatment have placed considerable...
Power List Methodology The power lists are compiled by the NJBIZ editorial staff based on our reporting throughout the past year with input from experts in a variety of fields and recommendations from our readers. The staff looks for people who have gained public...
By Leigh Ann Von Hagen., Analise Draghi & Greg Woltman Across New Jersey, communities are embracing faster, more flexible ways to make streets safer. Demonstration projects are short-term, low-cost installations that test street design changes. They have become a...