Expanding democracy in Illinois is not only good for people, but our environment as well. We have seen that when marginalized communities are empowered, environmental protections become more possible.
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Our legislative team at IEC has been working hard to equip our dozens of bill sponsors with the tools and the public support needed to advance our legislative agenda this session.
Tackling Plastic Pollution in Illinois Read More »
The Illinois Environmental Council (IEC) is looking for a Clean Energy Policy Intern to join our amazing team.
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The Illinois Environmental Council (IEC) is looking for a Conservation & Agriculture Intern to join our amazing team.
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I moved to Chicago with a dream to make it in the big city. Today, that dream includes protecting essential transit services for all Illinoisans.
Public Transit is Essential. Now It Must Be Protected. Read More »
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Protected: Illinois’ Gardens Fight Climate Change Read More »
In a battle of expectedly “red” versus “blue” politics, conservation funding in northeastern Illinois emerged a winner in the 2024 election.
Northeastern Illinois Conservation Sees Critical Win Read More »
Gov. JB Pritzker unveiled his 2026 budget proposal. Check it out to see how and which environmental priorities will be funded next year.
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Chad Wallace tells the tale of how he met the farmer who inspired our investigation into Illinois’ factory farms.
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Angie Mizeur joined the Illinois Environmental Council (IEC) in the summer of 2024 as the Director of Finance and Operations. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the organization’s day-to-day operations and providing strategic financial guidance to help drive IEC’s growth and sustainability. With nearly a decade of experience in nonprofit finance, Angie has
Illinoisans are enthusiastic about gaining the skills to effectively help us build power for people and the environment.
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Hannah Dembosky joined the Illinois Environmental Council in October 2024 as the Operations and Events Associate. She manages the operations of the Chicago office, with an emphasis on improving office sustainability. She also manages all of IEC’s public events programming, ensuring that Illinois enviros are informed and engaged. Her goal is to bring to life
A Letter from IEC Executive Director Jen Walling
Progress Here at Home Read More »
IEC City Programs Director, Iyana Simba, provides an in-depth analysis of Mayor Brandon Johnson’s proposed Chicago FY2025 budget.
IEC 2025 Chicago Budget Analysis Read More »
To educate decision-makers on the importance of environmental stewardship, we connect them with experiences that demonstrate the real-world impacts of their votes in the General Assembly.
Empowering Environmental Champions: 2024 Legislative Tours Read More »
When her old vehicle started experience issues, Jen decided she needed a change. She went fully electric.
Why I’m Not Looking Back After Purchasing an Electric Vehicle Read More »
The Okàn Savanna project in Pembroke Township stands out as a beacon of community-led conservation that honors the past and future.
Community Conservation at Okàn Savanna Read More »
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