Temple B’nai Abraham
Livingston, New Jersey

Temple B’nai Abraham (TBA) in Livingston has demonstrated a commitment to the environment as strong as any congregation in New Jersey.

• Through GreenFaith’s Lighting the Way program, TBA installed a large solar array on two sections of its roof, was dedicated at a celebration on the eve of the holiday of Sukkoth in October, 2006. Learn more about Temple B'Nai Abraham's solar experience.
• During a recent renovation, the Temple insisted on installing highly energy-efficient lighting to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and energy costs.
• TBA installed a dishwasher and made the switch from disposable cups and plates to china, reducing the amount of solid waste they generate on a daily basis. The Temple also worked with a GreenFaith-recommended waste management firm to increase its recycling efforts.
• B’nai Abraham became the first synagogue in New Jersey to sponsor a community-supported farm, with a number of TBA members and residents in the surrounding community purchasing shares in an organic farm and receiving fresh, local produce during the summer and fall.
• TBA members took part in the Jewish Environmental Bike Ride sponsored by the Jewish environmental group Hazon.
• The Temple instituted a policy of using only non-toxic cleaning products for the maintenance of its physical plant.
• TBA has hosted speakers on religious-environmentalism from GreenFaith, Hazon, and other organizations.

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