Building Power for People and the Environment
Illinois' Environmental Policy Leader
Since 1975, IEC has been at the forefront of environmental policy development and advocacy in Illinois. Today, IEC leads a powerful environmental movement dedicated to advancing equitable public policies that ensure a healthy environment across Illinois.
Echo Our Call to Action
200 of your fellow Illinoisans met with legislators to advocate for three critical bills that accelerate our climate progress amidst ongoing threats. Send a message of support to your legislators today.
2025 Environmental Scorecard
There is no better measure of our success or your legislators’ environmental voting record than IEC’s annual Environmental Scorecard. Use our scorecard to evaluate whether your legislators have used their power in the General Assembly to protect you, plants, animals, and our environment, or to aid big polluters and dirty fossil fuel special interests.
Our Campaigns
Safeguard Illinois' Climate
Help us ensure that Illinois charges forward in pursuit of strong climate and clean energy policies that are equitable, affordable, and reliable.
Protect Illinois Wetlands
Illinois has already lost 90% of its original wetlands. Protection and restoration of these areas is critical for the future of our state’s animals, plants, and communities.
Phase Out Single-Use Plastics
Every year 22 million pounds of plastic enter the Great Lakes. We can’t recycle our way out of our plastics problem. It’s time to kick single-use plastics.
Click here to see our full priorities list.
Secure Illinois' Climate Future
Defeat Anti-Environment Legislation
The environment matters to you. Tell your lawmakers to fight for it, too. Take action for our climate and our communities.
IEC Scorecard
Did your lawmakers vote with the environment in mind? Hold them accountable on environmental issues.
Expand Your Policy Expertise
Learn About Our Work
IEC addresses Illinois’ most urgent environmental issues. Explore our vision for Illinois’ environment.
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See what IEC staff, our affiliates, and decision-makers are saying about key environmental issues.
Gain insights that will make your advocacy—and our movement—more powerful.
Over 130 Organizations Believe in Our Mission
IEC relies on our affiliate member organizations to identify the biggest issues facing our environment. Together, we share resources, mobilize supporters, and respond quickly to policy debates and advocacy opportunities.
Discover what it means to be an IEC affiliate.
Our Updates
A Guide to Water Policy Terminology
From safe drinking water in Chicago to clean rivers downstate, Illinois water policy shapes our daily lives. Understanding the language behind it helps every community advocate for a healthier future.
Hundreds Rally at the State Capitol Urging State Lawmakers to Prioritize People Over Polluters Amidst Mounting Federal Attacks
Advocates calling for passage of bills that accelerate clean energy and fix and fund public transit Springfield, IL — Hundreds of community leaders, environmental advocates, faith
Analysis: Understand the Federal Government Shutdown and Its Impact on Illinois
Congress failed to meet its October 1 deadline to pass a funding bill, triggering a government shutdown that has suspended key environmental programs, furloughed government employees, closed national parks, and stopped non-essential services.
President Donald Trump cancels $583M in energy projects for Illinois, one of many blue states affected
Amid a funding stalemate in Congress and a federal government shutdown, President Donald Trump’s planned termination of nearly $8 billion for energy projects primarily in states that
Legislative Affairs Associate
The Illinois Environmental Council Education Fund (IECEF) is looking for a Legislative Affairs Associate to join our amazing team.