Regardless of one’s political leanings, a focus on environmental and sustainability issues unites Edible Jersey readers. We share those values, which is why we celebrate the state’s innovators, from the mom-and-pop restaurant to the organic farm. Yet keeping a vision-driven enterprise afloat in New Jersey is tough, and the intersection of doing well and doing good can be hard to find. The gubernatorial election is fast approaching. It is pivotal that our next governor support entrepreneurship, advance environmental objectives and push us toward our potential as a sustainability-minded state. Democratic candidate Phil Murphy has made environmental issues a cornerstone of his campaign; we wanted to know more.
Jenn Hall 