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Illinois climate activists say Trump’s win is a blow to climate action
Jen Walling with the Illinois Environmental Council (IEC) said Trump’s win is a blow to climate action. “I definitely think that a national administration that
Shoreline Advisory Board aims to protect Chicago’s lakefront
The newly-formed Shoreline Advisory Board aims to protect Chicago’s majestic lakefront from erosion and other climate hazards. NBC Chicago’s Kate Chappell reports with Iyana Simba
Climate events outside the DNC campus in Chicago highlight progress — and call for action
The visuals were first-rate: an all-electric camper van customized with images of wind turbines turning against an orange sky. There was swag: postcards, fans, buttons
IL environmentalists hope federal grant lowers emissions
The fight against the effects of climate change in Illinois has more help. Under the Biden Administration’s pollution reduction plan, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Pritzker signs bill requiring climate change education in Illinois public schools
A new law will require students in Illinois public schools to learn about climate change starting with the 2026 school year. The law calls for instruction on
Monarch butterfly license plates finally available in Illinois
After seven years in the making, the state has unveiled the monarch butterfly decal license plate. Proceeds from the decals will benefit the Illinois Department
PRESS RELEASES
Illinois Voters Armed with Legislator’s Environmental Voting Scores Ahead of Elections
Illinois Environmental Council Releases Annual Scorecard (SPRINGFIELD, IL)—The Illinois Environmental Council (IEC) released its 2024 Legislative Environmental Scorecard today. The scorecard, which is released annually,
Local and National Leaders Laud Illinois Effort to Accelerate A Just Transition to Clean Energy
The Biden-Harris Affordable Clean Energy Plan and Illinois’ Climate and Equitable Jobs Act work hand-in-hand to address the climate crisis Chicago, IL. – As all
LCV and IEC Celebrate the Designation of the 1908 Springfield Race Riot National Monument
Springfield, IL. — In response to the Biden-Harris administration’s designation of the 1908 Springfield Race Riot National Monument, the League of Conservation Voters (LCV) and
New Recycling and Composting Law Coming to Illinois with Gov. Pritzker’s Signature
Springfield, IL. – Governor JB Pritzker signed legislation to reduce plastic pollution in Illinois today. The Large Event Facilities Act (SB2876) requires large event facilities
Illinois First Great Lakes State to Reduce Single-use Plastic Bottles in Hotels
Chicago, IL – On Friday, Governor Pritzker signed the Small Single-Use Plastic Bottle Act (SB2960) into law, which requires hotels with 50 or more rooms
Illinois Becomes Fifth State to Require Climate Change Education in Public Schools
Springfield, IL – On Friday, Governor JB Pritzker signed legislation requiring Illinois public schools to educate students on climate change starting in 2026. The law,