Sustainable Verona Research & Resources
Research & Studies
Natural Grass vs Synthetic Turf
Sustainable Verona's Kerry Bass presented a program on Natural Grass vs Synthetic Turf at the Verona Parks and Recreation Committee meeting on June 16, 2026. Watch the presentation below. Download a copy of the presentation slides here.
Verona's green team, along with Montclair University and PSEG Institute for Sustainability Studies, conducted a thorough study to determine the best option for our beloved field. From cost analysis to environmental impact, their study covered it all. Findings were presented at the 8.5.24 Township Council Meeting and is available to be watched on Verona's YouTube channel.Â
PSEG Institute for Sustainability Studies Green Team:
Heat Island Assessment Presentation
Recycling Resources
Visit VeronaNJ.org/GarbageCollection for details on recycling, what is accepted and when.
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Medicine Drop Box
Verona is now one of the many communities in Essex County to provide citizens with a safe and easy way to dispose of expired or unused medicines. Drop box is located in Town Hall lobby (600 Bloomfield Ave) and is accessible during normal business hours. The box was provided to the Township by ADAPT (Alcohol & Drug Abuse Prevention Team) of Essex County through a grant from the New Jersey Division of Mental Health and Addiction Services.
