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Energy policy likely to be revisited in spring legislative session. Lawmakers this week passed a bill aimed at boosting the development of renewable energy generation,
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.
Illinois confident it can continue clean energy progress under Trump, but path expected to be harder
The deep blue state is preparing to protect climate and clean energy programs during a Trump administration, but uncertainty about federal incentives and environmental enforcement
Hannah Dembosky
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
Progress Here at Home
A Letter from IEC Executive Director Jen Walling
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6 Civics Tips for Illinois Environmentalists
Illinoisans are enthusiastic about gaining the skills to effectively help us build power for people and the environment.
Lawmakers give small boost to renewable developments, delay broader reform
Energy policy likely to be revisited in spring legislative session. Lawmakers this week passed a bill aimed at boosting the development of renewable energy generation,
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.
Illinois confident it can continue clean energy progress under Trump, but path expected to be harder
The deep blue state is preparing to protect climate and clean energy programs during a Trump administration, but uncertainty about federal incentives and environmental enforcement
Hannah Dembosky
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
Progress Here at Home
A Letter from IEC Executive Director Jen Walling