IEC Events
Build Community with IEC
Throughout the year, IEC hosts a number of events to inspire, educate, build community, and give you the tools to influence decision-makers.
Below, you’ll find our biggest opportunities to connect with our environmental movement.
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IEC Environmental Town Halls
Help us design our 2026 Legislative Agenda!
Fall 2025
Holiday Party
Hosted by the IEC Young Professionals Board
Toast to a greener future! Join fellow Illinois environmental advocates for an evening of great drinks, good company, and inspiring conversations — all in support of a more sustainable future.
December 2025
IEC Annual Meeting
Members-Only
IEC Members are invited to join our staff, board, and affiliate organizations for refreshments, a year-in-review, and the opportunity to approve our legislative agenda for the year to come.
December 2025
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IEC Session Kickoff
Members-Only
IEC Members are invited to an engaging preview of IEC’s official 2026 Legislative Agenda.
Gain insights into our team’s legislative strategy, key policies we’ll be fighting for, opportunities to get involved, and more!
Winter 2026
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IEC Lobby days
The Illinois environmental movement is invited to join IEC and our partners in the energy, conservation, sustainable agriculture, and zero waste spaces in Springfield! Meet your decision-makers and build new connections with advocates who share your passion for the environment.
Winter/Spring 2026
IEC Environmental Leadership Dinner
Rub shoulders at Illinois’ largest environmental gathering and celebrate big victories made possible by our green champions.
Fall 2026
Wine & Art Harvest
Hosted by the IEC Young Professionals Board
Socialize, sip wine, and shop local artisan wares– all while benefitting the environment! Join IEC’s Young Professionals board for this fall night to remember.
October 2026