Environmental Issues: Press & Publications

DeFeo Associates In the News

Meeting the Challenges of Building Green with LEED
In the shadow of New York City's second tallest skyscraper, which was recently awarded the U.S. Green Building Council's (USGBC) highest level of certification under its Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design rating system (LEED), many are questioning just how eco-friendly LEED-certified buildings really are.
New Jersey Lawyer

Solar firms given reassurance by NJ Environmental Commissioner at conference
The commissioner of the state Department of Environmental Protection sought to calm fears among some in the clean energy industry that small-scale solar projects are getting left behind in the state’s new energy master plan in favor of off-shore wind power and large-scale solar arrays.
MyCentralJersey.com

Green infrastructure bills offer incentives to builders
Wayne DeFeo, a director of the U.S. Green Building Council’s New Jersey chapter, supports bills sponsored by Assemblyman Ramos that promote “blue roofs” and other green infrastructure projects.
NJBiz.com

Wayne DeFeo and experts from Somerset County Business Partnership discuss Green Economy with N.J. Congressman
Wayne DeFeo, president of DeFeo Associates, a sustainability consulting firm in Warren, New Jersey, was recently invited to meet with Congressman Rodney Freylinghuysen to discuss the green economy.
Press Release

Successful Recycling: A Three-Step Approach
Facility managers face an ever-growing list of responsibilities in overseeing efficient and streamlined departments. Now, to make their jobs more challenging, they also must find a cost-effective method to recycle a more complex mix of materials.
FacilitiesNet.com / Maintenance Solutions

Expo hopes to paint Lawrence Township green
DeFeo gives Lawrence Township residents the opportunity to learn how to save money and the environment at the second annual Green Building Expo.
The Trenton Times

Warren-based environmental consultant helps businesses see green
DeFeo helps government officials, private companies and the public cut through intricate laws as his clients strive for energy efficiency, better recycling programs or similar earth-friendly efforts.
The Courier News

National Perspective: The sky is falling... or is it?
How to make recycling work if grant funding ends.
The Pennsylvania Recycler

Dover eyes water, DPW merger
Study by DeFeo Associates recommends eliminating Water Commission in the process.
The Daily Record

Burlington County Recycling lowers cost 64 cents per household
DeFeo Associates Study shows cost down while more residents served.
Press Release

NJ Recyclers' Award recipient Wayne DeFeo
Wayne DeFeo receives the REX award in recognition of outstanding contributions to recycling in New Jersey.
Association of NJ Recyclers