One of the groups in the ICJC is the Illinois Environmental Council. Gavin Taves, policy director at the IEC, said CEJA aims to transition Illinois to a clean energy market while supporting consumers and building in equity provisions. “We have to wake up to the severity of the issue and meet the gravity of the problem with a bill that’s comprehensive enough to actually make a difference and protect the most vulnerable people across the state,” Taves said. “And our bill is the one that does that.”
Pritzker EPA vows to step in as Trump calls for massive cuts to environmental protection
As the new top environment cop in Illinois, James Jennings knew coming in his job would be challenging no matter who won the presidential election.