Illinois to Lead by Example With New Cannabis Cultivation Energy Standards

September 4, 2019

As the Illinois Environmental Council points out, “A typical 5,000-square-foot indoor cannabis cultivation facility uses 66 times more energy than the average U.S. household. This energy usage adds up.”

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Illinois to Lead by Example With New Cannabis Cultivation Energy Standards

IEC In the Media

Clean water advocates say new law will protect drinking water from PFAS contamination

Renewable and clean energy sector faces uncertainty amid federal tax incentive cuts

Illinois’ Governor Has Led on Climate Policy. Here’s How Experts Assess His Work So Far

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