Air
Working Group

Concern

Camden is dotted with industry and business, often within close proximity to residential neighborhoods.  In some sections, concentrated areas of scrap yards, ports, highways, and heavy industrial uses pose an air quality of life concern.

Goal

To improve the overall air quality in Camden through upstream level policy-making, research, and infrastructure improvements.

Focus AreaS & Activities 

  • Environmental Justice
  • Traffic Management
  • Air Quality
  • Resident Engagement

Accomplishments

1. Identification of most significant sources of emissions

2. Implementation of additional signage directing truckers to truck route, courtesy of Camden County Municipal Utilities Authority (CCMUA)

3. Reviewed heating fuel use in Camden schools (nearly all City schools are using natural gas)

4. Complied list of Best Management Practices (BMPs) for industrial operations
WHERE TO GO FOR
AIR QUALITY INFO
UNDERSTANDING THE
AIR QUALITY INDEX
For more information about the Air Working Group
contact camdencollaborative@coopersferry.com