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ENERGY - ILLINOIS ENVIRONMENTAL COUNCIL Illinois has a unique electricity generation mix. As of March 2019, the state’s net electricity generation by source was 7% natural gas, 30% coal-fired, 54% nuclear (most in the nation) and 10% renewables.WASTE REDUCTION
Illinois has a long history of championing recycling and composting programs, but it has a long way to go. We generate approximately 19 million tons of garbage a year, which is 23% more waste per capita than the average state in the U.S. Sadly, only 37% of this waste material is ever recycled. ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE Toxic materials impact the health of all Illinoisans, but there is little study of the cumulative impact. Illinois should fund unbiased studies of the environmental, health, and economic impact of toxic materials and account for cumulative impacts when permitting 2021 ENVIRONMENTAL LEGISLATIVE UPDATE, MAY 14 This Week’s Key Updates. Clean Energy Jobs Act Nearly two and a half years since the introduction of the Clean Energy Jobs Act, all hands are on deck to make sure we pass clean energy legislation before May31.
IEC ENVIRONMENTAL LEADERSHIP GALA Join leaders from environmental organizations, businesses and governments to celebrate our community's achievements and recognize leaders from the past yearIEC LUNCH AND LEARN
The IEC Lunch and Learn Series daily webinars are free & open to all. They will serve to build bonds and share our curiosity, knowledge andexperience.
LOBBY DAY - ILLINOIS ENVIRONMENTAL COUNCIL Hundreds of environmentalists are joining forces for Environmental Justice Lobby Day on Monday, April 26 and appealing to Governor Pritzker and members of the General Assembly to act now to pass climate and environmental justice legislation.NUTRIENT POLLUTION
Nutrient pollution is not only harming Illinoisans. The northern Gulf of Mexico hosts one of the most productive marine ecosystems in the world but unprecedented levels of nitrogen and phosphorus have overloaded the system, resulting in the largest “dead zone” of hypoxic (low oxygen) water in the world. HOME - ILLINOIS ENVIRONMENTAL COUNCIL The Illinois Environmental Council is advancing public policies that create healthy environments across Illinois. 2021 END OF SESSION ENVIRONMENTAL LEGISLATIVE UPDATE The 2021 regular legislative session is coming to an official close, with the House having adjourned last night and the Senate likelyending today.
ENERGY - ILLINOIS ENVIRONMENTAL COUNCIL Illinois has a unique electricity generation mix. As of March 2019, the state’s net electricity generation by source was 7% natural gas, 30% coal-fired, 54% nuclear (most in the nation) and 10% renewables.WASTE REDUCTION
Illinois has a long history of championing recycling and composting programs, but it has a long way to go. We generate approximately 19 million tons of garbage a year, which is 23% more waste per capita than the average state in the U.S. Sadly, only 37% of this waste material is ever recycled. ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE Toxic materials impact the health of all Illinoisans, but there is little study of the cumulative impact. Illinois should fund unbiased studies of the environmental, health, and economic impact of toxic materials and account for cumulative impacts when permitting 2021 ENVIRONMENTAL LEGISLATIVE UPDATE, MAY 14 This Week’s Key Updates. Clean Energy Jobs Act Nearly two and a half years since the introduction of the Clean Energy Jobs Act, all hands are on deck to make sure we pass clean energy legislation before May31.
IEC ENVIRONMENTAL LEADERSHIP GALA Join leaders from environmental organizations, businesses and governments to celebrate our community's achievements and recognize leaders from the past yearIEC LUNCH AND LEARN
The IEC Lunch and Learn Series daily webinars are free & open to all. They will serve to build bonds and share our curiosity, knowledge andexperience.
LOBBY DAY - ILLINOIS ENVIRONMENTAL COUNCIL Hundreds of environmentalists are joining forces for Environmental Justice Lobby Day on Monday, April 26 and appealing to Governor Pritzker and members of the General Assembly to act now to pass climate and environmental justice legislation.NUTRIENT POLLUTION
Nutrient pollution is not only harming Illinoisans. The northern Gulf of Mexico hosts one of the most productive marine ecosystems in the world but unprecedented levels of nitrogen and phosphorus have overloaded the system, resulting in the largest “dead zone” of hypoxic (low oxygen) water in the world. ABOUT - ILLINOIS ENVIRONMENTAL COUNCIL Learn more about the vision and mission of the Illinois Environmental Council, and meet the staff, board and young professionals who work onits behalf.
ENERGY - ILLINOIS ENVIRONMENTAL COUNCIL Illinois has a unique electricity generation mix. As of March 2019, the state’s net electricity generation by source was 7% natural gas, 30% coal-fired, 54% nuclear (most in the nation) and 10% renewables.CONSERVATION
While home and retail construction outpaces set-asides for parks and natural areas, these open spaces are top priorities in quality-of-life surveys, contribute to environmental quality, are attractive to people and businesses, and contribute to genetic and ecological biodiversity. WILDLIFE AND HABITAT From the Iowa Pleistocene snail in the northwest, to bird-voiced treefrogs in 1,000-year-old cypress swamps in the south, Illinois is home to some 58 mammal species, 383 different resident and migrant birds, 104 types of reptiles and amphibians, 174 species of fish, and some 27,000 types of insects, mussels, and other invertebrates. 2021 IEC POLICY PLATFORM IEC is pleased to release our 2021 Policy Platform for the 1st year of the 102nd General Assembly. This platform describes principles which will guide our decision making for each of the issue areas we work, including Water, Energy, Sustainable Transportation, Open Space & Conservation, Sustainable Agriculture & Food Systems, Waste Reduction, and Allyship & Power Building.CLEAN WATER
Unfortunately, surface and groundwater resources in Illinois are being impaired or degraded. Many Illinois rivers, streams, and lakes are contaminated with E. coli bacteria; contain fish that have been exposed to mercury and PCBs; exhibit low oxygen levels; and contain excessive phosphorus, manganese, siltation, suspended solids, and algae, all of which negatively impact aquatic life. 2021 CHICAGO CITY COUNCIL SCORECARD For the first time in 47 years, IEC has released a Lifetime Environmental Scorecard, debuting each sitting legislator’s lifetime average environmental score. Lifetime scores are based on legislators’ votes on bills affecting the environment over the course of their entire legislative career. That means, for the first time, you can see whether your representatives have used their powerin
GREAT LAKES
Unfortunately, human activities are negatively impacting the basin. For example, nutrients from agriculture and toxic chemicals from industry have drained into the basin, resulting in the loss of species, which adversely impacts the basin ecosystem and poses anongoing threat to
IEC STAFF - ILLINOIS ENVIRONMENTAL COUNCIL The IEC Staff is composed of passionate professionals with expertise from many fields. Our team creates, advocates and communicates issuesand policies.
LEAD IN DRINKING WATER In the sixth installment of IEC’s Lunch & Learn Series, Justin Williams from the Metropolitan Planning Council, Caroline Pakenham from Elevate Energy, and IEC’s own Iyana Simba discuss lead in drinking water in Illinois. HOME - ILLINOIS ENVIRONMENTAL COUNCIL The Illinois Environmental Council is advancing public policies that create healthy environments across Illinois. 2021 END OF SESSION ENVIRONMENTAL LEGISLATIVE UPDATE The 2021 regular legislative session is coming to an official close, with the House having adjourned last night and the Senate likelyending today.
WASTE REDUCTION
Each year, recycling in Illinois reduces water pollution by 21,500 tons of various contaminants and reduces air pollution by 131,000 tons of various contaminants each. What’s more, recycling can create up to 10 times as many jobs as landfilling, while composting can create up to 4 times as many jobs. In fact, Illinois already has over 110,000 ENERGY - ILLINOIS ENVIRONMENTAL COUNCIL Energy. Illinois is emerging as a leader of the clean energy economy. Illinois has a unique electricity generation mix. As of March 2019, the state’s net electricity generation by source was 7% natural gas, 30% coal-fired, 54% nuclear (most in the nation) and 10% renewables. The state is served by two electrical grids, ComEd, which spans the IEC ENVIRONMENTAL LEADERSHIP GALA More Ways to Engage! Bid on unique items and experiences you will only find at our silent auction. Your winning bid will support IEC! Our Silent Auction is Live! Check out our silent auction to win great prizes and experiences! Join leaders from Illinois-based environmental organizations, businesses and governments to celebrate our community's 2021 ENVIRONMENTAL LEGISLATIVE UPDATE, MAY 14 This Week’s Key Updates. Clean Energy Jobs Act Nearly two and a half years since the introduction of the Clean Energy Jobs Act, all hands are on deck to make sure we pass clean energy legislation before May31.
ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE Pollution disproportionately impacts communities of color and economically disadvantaged communities. Striving towards environmental justice and creating sustainable communities should be at the forefront of the environmental agenda in Illinois. All communities should be able to enjoy the benefits of clean energy, water, air, openspace and
LOBBY DAY - ILLINOIS ENVIRONMENTAL COUNCIL April 26 - April 29, 2021. Hundreds of environmentalists are joining forces for Environmental Justice Lobby Day on Monday, April 26 and appealing to Governor Pritzker and members of the General Assembly to act now to pass climate and environmental justice legislation. It will take all of our voices joining together in support of CEJA to makeIEC LUNCH AND LEARN
View the entire lunch and learn archive below! Our webinars are free and open to all. It is our hope that they will serve as a place for interested environmentalists to build bonds and share our curiosity, knowledge and experience. View and register upcoming sessions by clicking here. If you have an idea for a webinar topic you’d like toNUTRIENT POLLUTION
Reducing nutrient pollution is vitally importantfor protecting human health, river ecosystems and the Gulf of Mexico. One of Illinois’ top water quality problems is nutrient pollution. Nutrients, such as nitrogen and phosphorous, are present in discharges from sewage treatment plants, are found in fertilizers, and come from industrysources
HOME - ILLINOIS ENVIRONMENTAL COUNCIL The Illinois Environmental Council is advancing public policies that create healthy environments across Illinois. 2021 END OF SESSION ENVIRONMENTAL LEGISLATIVE UPDATE The 2021 regular legislative session is coming to an official close, with the House having adjourned last night and the Senate likelyending today.
WASTE REDUCTION
Each year, recycling in Illinois reduces water pollution by 21,500 tons of various contaminants and reduces air pollution by 131,000 tons of various contaminants each. What’s more, recycling can create up to 10 times as many jobs as landfilling, while composting can create up to 4 times as many jobs. In fact, Illinois already has over 110,000 ENERGY - ILLINOIS ENVIRONMENTAL COUNCIL Energy. Illinois is emerging as a leader of the clean energy economy. Illinois has a unique electricity generation mix. As of March 2019, the state’s net electricity generation by source was 7% natural gas, 30% coal-fired, 54% nuclear (most in the nation) and 10% renewables. The state is served by two electrical grids, ComEd, which spans the IEC ENVIRONMENTAL LEADERSHIP GALA More Ways to Engage! Bid on unique items and experiences you will only find at our silent auction. Your winning bid will support IEC! Our Silent Auction is Live! Check out our silent auction to win great prizes and experiences! Join leaders from Illinois-based environmental organizations, businesses and governments to celebrate our community's 2021 ENVIRONMENTAL LEGISLATIVE UPDATE, MAY 14 This Week’s Key Updates. Clean Energy Jobs Act Nearly two and a half years since the introduction of the Clean Energy Jobs Act, all hands are on deck to make sure we pass clean energy legislation before May31.
ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE Pollution disproportionately impacts communities of color and economically disadvantaged communities. Striving towards environmental justice and creating sustainable communities should be at the forefront of the environmental agenda in Illinois. All communities should be able to enjoy the benefits of clean energy, water, air, openspace and
LOBBY DAY - ILLINOIS ENVIRONMENTAL COUNCIL April 26 - April 29, 2021. Hundreds of environmentalists are joining forces for Environmental Justice Lobby Day on Monday, April 26 and appealing to Governor Pritzker and members of the General Assembly to act now to pass climate and environmental justice legislation. It will take all of our voices joining together in support of CEJA to makeIEC LUNCH AND LEARN
View the entire lunch and learn archive below! Our webinars are free and open to all. It is our hope that they will serve as a place for interested environmentalists to build bonds and share our curiosity, knowledge and experience. View and register upcoming sessions by clicking here. If you have an idea for a webinar topic you’d like toNUTRIENT POLLUTION
Reducing nutrient pollution is vitally importantfor protecting human health, river ecosystems and the Gulf of Mexico. One of Illinois’ top water quality problems is nutrient pollution. Nutrients, such as nitrogen and phosphorous, are present in discharges from sewage treatment plants, are found in fertilizers, and come from industrysources
ABOUT - ILLINOIS ENVIRONMENTAL COUNCIL About us. IEC works to safeguard Illinois—its people, its plants and animals, and the natural systems on which all life depends. Since our founding in 1975 by a group of dedicated grassroots environmentalists, IEC has led issue advocacy campaigns by allowing environmental organizations to pool their resources and create a higher profile for ENERGY - ILLINOIS ENVIRONMENTAL COUNCIL Energy. Illinois is emerging as a leader of the clean energy economy. Illinois has a unique electricity generation mix. As of March 2019, the state’s net electricity generation by source was 7% natural gas, 30% coal-fired, 54% nuclear (most in the nation) and 10% renewables. The state is served by two electrical grids, ComEd, which spans theCONSERVATION
A recent report found that roughly 50,000 acres of the 1.5 million total acres of conserved land in Illinois are owned by non-governmental conservation groups, also known as conservation land trusts. Traditionally, conservation land trusts have protected land, often restored it, and later transferred it to government entities forlong-term
2021 IEC POLICY PLATFORM 2021 IEC Policy Platform. January 26, 2021. IEC is pleased to release our 2021 Policy Platform for the 1st year of the 102nd General Assembly. This platform describes principles which will guide our decision making for each of the issue areas we work, including Water, Energy, Sustainable Transportation, Open Space & Conservation,Sustainable
WILDLIFE AND HABITAT Moreover, there are cross-benefits to protecting wildlife habitat—flood control, recreation, soil erosion control, and open space. Moreover, the Illinois economy realizes nearly $1.1 billion every year from expenditures related to watching wildlife and hunters spend nearly $150 million a year pursuing game. More than $550 millionis spent
RALLY FOR A CLIMATE BILL Skip to content. DONATE. SearchCLEAN WATER
The law also restricts the ability of a landscaper to apply fertilizer on impervious surfaces, near bodies of water (3 to 15 feet), or when a lawn is frozen or saturated. The law exempts agriculture, commercial or sod farms, gardening, and golf courses. MICROBEADS BAN. Section 52.5 of the Illinois Environmental Protection Act prohibits the 2021 CHICAGO CITY COUNCIL SCORECARD For the first time in 47 years, IEC has released a Lifetime Environmental Scorecard, debuting each sitting legislator’s lifetime average environmental score. Lifetime scores are based on legislators’ votes on bills affecting the environment over the course of their entire legislative career. That means, for the first time, you can see whether your representatives have used their powerin
GREAT LAKES
The Great Lakes-St. Lawrence River Basin Water Resources Compact is a legally binding interstate compact between Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin. The compact details how the states will manage the use of the Great Lakes Basin’s water supply and is the means by which each state willimplement
LEGISLATOR LOOKUP
Legislator Lookup The first step toward influencing your legislatorsis knowing who they are. Enter your street address and zip code into the form below to learn more about your federal, state, county and municipal elected representatives. HOME - ILLINOIS ENVIRONMENTAL COUNCIL The Illinois Environmental Council is advancing public policies that create healthy environments across Illinois. 2021 END OF SESSION ENVIRONMENTAL LEGISLATIVE UPDATE The 2021 regular legislative session is coming to an official close, with the House having adjourned last night and the Senate likelyending today.
ENERGY - ILLINOIS ENVIRONMENTAL COUNCIL Illinois has a unique electricity generation mix. As of March 2019, the state’s net electricity generation by source was 7% natural gas, 30% coal-fired, 54% nuclear (most in the nation) and 10% renewables.WASTE REDUCTION
Illinois has a long history of championing recycling and composting programs, but it has a long way to go. We generate approximately 19 million tons of garbage a year, which is 23% more waste per capita than the average state in the U.S. Sadly, only 37% of this waste material is ever recycled. ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE Toxic materials impact the health of all Illinoisans, but there is little study of the cumulative impact. Illinois should fund unbiased studies of the environmental, health, and economic impact of toxic materials and account for cumulative impacts when permitting 2021 ENVIRONMENTAL LEGISLATIVE UPDATE, MAY 14 This Week’s Key Updates. Clean Energy Jobs Act Nearly two and a half years since the introduction of the Clean Energy Jobs Act, all hands are on deck to make sure we pass clean energy legislation before May31.
IEC ENVIRONMENTAL LEADERSHIP GALA Join leaders from environmental organizations, businesses and governments to celebrate our community's achievements and recognize leaders from the past yearIEC LUNCH AND LEARN
The IEC Lunch and Learn Series daily webinars are free & open to all. They will serve to build bonds and share our curiosity, knowledge andexperience.
LOBBY DAY - ILLINOIS ENVIRONMENTAL COUNCIL Hundreds of environmentalists are joining forces for Environmental Justice Lobby Day on Monday, April 26 and appealing to Governor Pritzker and members of the General Assembly to act now to pass climate and environmental justice legislation.NUTRIENT POLLUTION
Nutrient pollution is not only harming Illinoisans. The northern Gulf of Mexico hosts one of the most productive marine ecosystems in the world but unprecedented levels of nitrogen and phosphorus have overloaded the system, resulting in the largest “dead zone” of hypoxic (low oxygen) water in the world. HOME - ILLINOIS ENVIRONMENTAL COUNCIL The Illinois Environmental Council is advancing public policies that create healthy environments across Illinois. 2021 END OF SESSION ENVIRONMENTAL LEGISLATIVE UPDATE The 2021 regular legislative session is coming to an official close, with the House having adjourned last night and the Senate likelyending today.
ENERGY - ILLINOIS ENVIRONMENTAL COUNCIL Illinois has a unique electricity generation mix. As of March 2019, the state’s net electricity generation by source was 7% natural gas, 30% coal-fired, 54% nuclear (most in the nation) and 10% renewables.WASTE REDUCTION
Illinois has a long history of championing recycling and composting programs, but it has a long way to go. We generate approximately 19 million tons of garbage a year, which is 23% more waste per capita than the average state in the U.S. Sadly, only 37% of this waste material is ever recycled. ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE Toxic materials impact the health of all Illinoisans, but there is little study of the cumulative impact. Illinois should fund unbiased studies of the environmental, health, and economic impact of toxic materials and account for cumulative impacts when permitting 2021 ENVIRONMENTAL LEGISLATIVE UPDATE, MAY 14 This Week’s Key Updates. Clean Energy Jobs Act Nearly two and a half years since the introduction of the Clean Energy Jobs Act, all hands are on deck to make sure we pass clean energy legislation before May31.
IEC ENVIRONMENTAL LEADERSHIP GALA Join leaders from environmental organizations, businesses and governments to celebrate our community's achievements and recognize leaders from the past yearIEC LUNCH AND LEARN
The IEC Lunch and Learn Series daily webinars are free & open to all. They will serve to build bonds and share our curiosity, knowledge andexperience.
LOBBY DAY - ILLINOIS ENVIRONMENTAL COUNCIL Hundreds of environmentalists are joining forces for Environmental Justice Lobby Day on Monday, April 26 and appealing to Governor Pritzker and members of the General Assembly to act now to pass climate and environmental justice legislation.NUTRIENT POLLUTION
Nutrient pollution is not only harming Illinoisans. The northern Gulf of Mexico hosts one of the most productive marine ecosystems in the world but unprecedented levels of nitrogen and phosphorus have overloaded the system, resulting in the largest “dead zone” of hypoxic (low oxygen) water in the world. ABOUT - ILLINOIS ENVIRONMENTAL COUNCIL Learn more about the vision and mission of the Illinois Environmental Council, and meet the staff, board and young professionals who work onits behalf.
ENERGY - ILLINOIS ENVIRONMENTAL COUNCIL Illinois has a unique electricity generation mix. As of March 2019, the state’s net electricity generation by source was 7% natural gas, 30% coal-fired, 54% nuclear (most in the nation) and 10% renewables.CONSERVATION
While home and retail construction outpaces set-asides for parks and natural areas, these open spaces are top priorities in quality-of-life surveys, contribute to environmental quality, are attractive to people and businesses, and contribute to genetic and ecological biodiversity. WILDLIFE AND HABITAT From the Iowa Pleistocene snail in the northwest, to bird-voiced treefrogs in 1,000-year-old cypress swamps in the south, Illinois is home to some 58 mammal species, 383 different resident and migrant birds, 104 types of reptiles and amphibians, 174 species of fish, and some 27,000 types of insects, mussels, and other invertebrates. 2021 IEC POLICY PLATFORM IEC is pleased to release our 2021 Policy Platform for the 1st year of the 102nd General Assembly. This platform describes principles which will guide our decision making for each of the issue areas we work, including Water, Energy, Sustainable Transportation, Open Space & Conservation, Sustainable Agriculture & Food Systems, Waste Reduction, and Allyship & Power Building.CLEAN WATER
Unfortunately, surface and groundwater resources in Illinois are being impaired or degraded. Many Illinois rivers, streams, and lakes are contaminated with E. coli bacteria; contain fish that have been exposed to mercury and PCBs; exhibit low oxygen levels; and contain excessive phosphorus, manganese, siltation, suspended solids, and algae, all of which negatively impact aquatic life. 2021 CHICAGO CITY COUNCIL SCORECARD For the first time in 47 years, IEC has released a Lifetime Environmental Scorecard, debuting each sitting legislator’s lifetime average environmental score. Lifetime scores are based on legislators’ votes on bills affecting the environment over the course of their entire legislative career. That means, for the first time, you can see whether your representatives have used their powerin
GREAT LAKES
Unfortunately, human activities are negatively impacting the basin. For example, nutrients from agriculture and toxic chemicals from industry have drained into the basin, resulting in the loss of species, which adversely impacts the basin ecosystem and poses anongoing threat to
IEC STAFF - ILLINOIS ENVIRONMENTAL COUNCIL The IEC Staff is composed of passionate professionals with expertise from many fields. Our team creates, advocates and communicates issuesand policies.
LEAD IN DRINKING WATER In the sixth installment of IEC’s Lunch & Learn Series, Justin Williams from the Metropolitan Planning Council, Caroline Pakenham from Elevate Energy, and IEC’s own Iyana Simba discuss lead in drinking water in Illinois. HOME - ILLINOIS ENVIRONMENTAL COUNCIL The Illinois Environmental Council is advancing public policies that create healthy environments across Illinois. 2021 END OF SESSION ENVIRONMENTAL LEGISLATIVE UPDATE The 2021 regular legislative session is coming to an official close, with the House having adjourned last night and the Senate likelyending today.
ABOUT - ILLINOIS ENVIRONMENTAL COUNCIL About us. IEC works to safeguard Illinois—its people, its plants and animals, and the natural systems on which all life depends. Since our founding in 1975 by a group of dedicated grassroots environmentalists, IEC has led issue advocacy campaigns by allowing environmental organizations to pool their resources and create a higher profile for ENERGY - ILLINOIS ENVIRONMENTAL COUNCIL Energy. Illinois is emerging as a leader of the clean energy economy. Illinois has a unique electricity generation mix. As of March 2019, the state’s net electricity generation by source was 7% natural gas, 30% coal-fired, 54% nuclear (most in the nation) and 10% renewables. The state is served by two electrical grids, ComEd, which spans theCONSERVATION
A recent report found that roughly 50,000 acres of the 1.5 million total acres of conserved land in Illinois are owned by non-governmental conservation groups, also known as conservation land trusts. Traditionally, conservation land trusts have protected land, often restored it, and later transferred it to government entities forlong-term
WASTE REDUCTION
Each year, recycling in Illinois reduces water pollution by 21,500 tons of various contaminants and reduces air pollution by 131,000 tons of various contaminants each. What’s more, recycling can create up to 10 times as many jobs as landfilling, while composting can create up to 4 times as many jobs. In fact, Illinois already has over 110,000 GOV. PRITZKER’S MID-TERM Gov. Pritzker’s Mid-term. February 16, 2021. Governor Pritzker has completed the first half of his first term as Governor of the State of Illinois. Last year, we shared critiques about the lack of progress that the executive branch has made on important environmental priorities. Since sharing that analysis, our world has changeddramatically.
IEC ENVIRONMENTAL LEADERSHIP GALA More Ways to Engage! Bid on unique items and experiences you will only find at our silent auction. Your winning bid will support IEC! Our Silent Auction is Live! Check out our silent auction to win great prizes and experiences! Join leaders from Illinois-based environmental organizations, businesses and governments to celebrate our community's ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE Pollution disproportionately impacts communities of color and economically disadvantaged communities. Striving towards environmental justice and creating sustainable communities should be at the forefront of the environmental agenda in Illinois. All communities should be able to enjoy the benefits of clean energy, water, air, openspace and
NUTRIENT POLLUTION
Reducing nutrient pollution is vitally importantfor protecting human health, river ecosystems and the Gulf of Mexico. One of Illinois’ top water quality problems is nutrient pollution. Nutrients, such as nitrogen and phosphorous, are present in discharges from sewage treatment plants, are found in fertilizers, and come from industrysources
HOME - ILLINOIS ENVIRONMENTAL COUNCIL The Illinois Environmental Council is advancing public policies that create healthy environments across Illinois. 2021 END OF SESSION ENVIRONMENTAL LEGISLATIVE UPDATE The 2021 regular legislative session is coming to an official close, with the House having adjourned last night and the Senate likelyending today.
ABOUT - ILLINOIS ENVIRONMENTAL COUNCIL About us. IEC works to safeguard Illinois—its people, its plants and animals, and the natural systems on which all life depends. Since our founding in 1975 by a group of dedicated grassroots environmentalists, IEC has led issue advocacy campaigns by allowing environmental organizations to pool their resources and create a higher profile for ENERGY - ILLINOIS ENVIRONMENTAL COUNCIL Energy. Illinois is emerging as a leader of the clean energy economy. Illinois has a unique electricity generation mix. As of March 2019, the state’s net electricity generation by source was 7% natural gas, 30% coal-fired, 54% nuclear (most in the nation) and 10% renewables. The state is served by two electrical grids, ComEd, which spans theCONSERVATION
A recent report found that roughly 50,000 acres of the 1.5 million total acres of conserved land in Illinois are owned by non-governmental conservation groups, also known as conservation land trusts. Traditionally, conservation land trusts have protected land, often restored it, and later transferred it to government entities forlong-term
WASTE REDUCTION
Each year, recycling in Illinois reduces water pollution by 21,500 tons of various contaminants and reduces air pollution by 131,000 tons of various contaminants each. What’s more, recycling can create up to 10 times as many jobs as landfilling, while composting can create up to 4 times as many jobs. In fact, Illinois already has over 110,000 GOV. PRITZKER’S MID-TERM Gov. Pritzker’s Mid-term. February 16, 2021. Governor Pritzker has completed the first half of his first term as Governor of the State of Illinois. Last year, we shared critiques about the lack of progress that the executive branch has made on important environmental priorities. Since sharing that analysis, our world has changeddramatically.
IEC ENVIRONMENTAL LEADERSHIP GALA More Ways to Engage! Bid on unique items and experiences you will only find at our silent auction. Your winning bid will support IEC! Our Silent Auction is Live! Check out our silent auction to win great prizes and experiences! Join leaders from Illinois-based environmental organizations, businesses and governments to celebrate our community's ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE Pollution disproportionately impacts communities of color and economically disadvantaged communities. Striving towards environmental justice and creating sustainable communities should be at the forefront of the environmental agenda in Illinois. All communities should be able to enjoy the benefits of clean energy, water, air, openspace and
NUTRIENT POLLUTION
Reducing nutrient pollution is vitally importantfor protecting human health, river ecosystems and the Gulf of Mexico. One of Illinois’ top water quality problems is nutrient pollution. Nutrients, such as nitrogen and phosphorous, are present in discharges from sewage treatment plants, are found in fertilizers, and come from industrysources
ENERGY - ILLINOIS ENVIRONMENTAL COUNCIL Energy. Illinois is emerging as a leader of the clean energy economy. Illinois has a unique electricity generation mix. As of March 2019, the state’s net electricity generation by source was 7% natural gas, 30% coal-fired, 54% nuclear (most in the nation) and 10% renewables. The state is served by two electrical grids, ComEd, which spans the GOV. PRITZKER’S MID-TERM Gov. Pritzker’s Mid-term. February 16, 2021. Governor Pritzker has completed the first half of his first term as Governor of the State of Illinois. Last year, we shared critiques about the lack of progress that the executive branch has made on important environmental priorities. Since sharing that analysis, our world has changeddramatically.
WILDLIFE AND HABITAT Moreover, there are cross-benefits to protecting wildlife habitat—flood control, recreation, soil erosion control, and open space. Moreover, the Illinois economy realizes nearly $1.1 billion every year from expenditures related to watching wildlife and hunters spend nearly $150 million a year pursuing game. More than $550 millionis spent
CONSERVATION
A recent report found that roughly 50,000 acres of the 1.5 million total acres of conserved land in Illinois are owned by non-governmental conservation groups, also known as conservation land trusts. Traditionally, conservation land trusts have protected land, often restored it, and later transferred it to government entities forlong-term
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This Lunch & Learn is a crash course on environmental policy in Illinois. IEC is joined by Cary Shepherd and Nancy Loeb of Northwestern Law for this info packed session. IEC BOARD OF DIRECTORS Kim Knowles, Prairie Rivers Network. Ashley Maybanks, The Nature Conservancy. David McEllis, Environmental Law and Policy Center. Kady McFadden, Illinois Chapter of the Sierra Club. Anne McKibbin, Elevate. Stacy Meyers, Openlands. Pastor Scott Onque’, Faith in Place. Brian Urbaszewski, Respiratory Health Association.LEGISLATOR LOOKUP
Legislator Lookup The first step toward influencing your legislatorsis knowing who they are. Enter your street address and zip code into the form below to learn more about your federal, state, county and municipal elected representatives.IEC SCORECARD
About the IEC Scorecard. Every year, the Illinois Environmental Council releases a scorecard assigning a percentage score to state legislators based on how they voted on bills affecting the environment. This scorecard is an effective tool to keep legislators accountable to their constituents onGREAT LAKES
The Great Lakes-St. Lawrence River Basin Water Resources Compact is a legally binding interstate compact between Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin. The compact details how the states will manage the use of the Great Lakes Basin’s water supply and is the means by which each state willimplement
IEC YOUNG PROFESSIONALS BOARD The Illinois Environmental Council’s Young Professionals Board is an effort by the IEC to engage and organize Illinois’ next generation of leaders on environmental issues. Consisting of young professionals from the public, private and non-profit sectors, the YP Board raises money to support the IEC’s important work, supplements IEC’sSkip to content
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