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NJDEP's Diesel Risk Reduction Program

Diesel emissions contain more than 40 known and probable carcinogens, including fine particulate matter, commonly called soot. Every year, hundreds of New Jerseyans die prematurely and suffer asthma attacks or other debilitating respiratory illnesses from harmful diesel soot. The goal of the Diesel Risk Reduction Program is to reduce the amount of particulate matter emitted by diesel vehicles. Key strategies of the program include:
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Mandatory Diesel Retrofit Program
The Diesel Retrofit Law of 2005 required that certain classes of diesel vehicles be retrofitted and reimbursed by the state. Learn about deadlines, becoming an authorized installer and how to get reimbursed for retrofits.

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Idling Restrictions

Idling vehicles contribute heavily to local air quality. All vehicles are subject to the state’s three minute idling law including cars, trucks, buses and other motor vehicles.

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Idling Alternatives and Demonstration Projects

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School Bus No Idling Pledge

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Heavy Duty Diesel Vehicle Inspection Program

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Reducing Soot at the Ports (under construction)


StopTheSoot listserve

To report a vehicle idling, call (877) WARN-DEP (927-6337)

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