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Statement: Illinois Environmental Council on latest version of energy bill

August 30, 2021

CHICAGO (August 30, 2021)–Following is a statement from Jen Walling, executive director of the Illinois Environmental Council, on the latest climate and energy bill released today: “We stand on the precipice of passing comprehensive climate and equitable jobs legislation in Illinois. This moment comes after a years-long campaign, and our even longer strategic effort to […]

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Decarbonizing your home: Making your contribution to Zero Net Carbon

August 5, 2021

Don’t wait on leadership to act on climate– here are some simple ways to start decarbonizing your own home!

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Meeting the Moment on Federal Climate Action

August 2, 2021

Congress must pass once-in-a-generation investments in clean energy and infrastructure necessary to tackle the climate crisis.

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IEC Responds to Gov. Pritzker’s Climate Remarks

January 29, 2020

SPRINGFIELD, IL — Today, Illinois Environmental Council Executive Director Jen Walling released the following statement in response to Gov. JB Pritzker’s remarks regarding climate change and his decision to prioritize clean energy legislation during his 2020 State of the State address: “At a time when the Trump administration is taking major steps backward on climate,

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