Future Energy Conversation in Mattoon

The Future Energy Jobs Act (FEJA), which passed with strong bipartisan support in 2016, positioned Illinois to become a clean energy leader. Now, it’s up to us to make sure that the quality jobs, more affordable energy, and economic opportunities created by this Act are brought to Coles County. To explore the ways Coles County … Continue reading Future Energy Conversation in Mattoon

Tour the UI’s Abbott Power Plant

Join the Student Sustainability Committee on Tuesday, October 23rd for a free tour of Abbott Power Plant (located at 1117 S. Oak St. in Champaign). The tour will begin at 1:00 pm at the south entrance and has a 60-minute run-time. All visitors must wear long pants, shirts with sleeves, and closed-toe shoes. Due to … Continue reading Tour the UI’s Abbott Power Plant

Get Outside! Sierra Club Fall Hike on October 14

Join local environomentally-minded folks on October 14, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm at the Forest Glen Preserve, 900 E Vermilion, Danville. From the Facebook event: This is a beautiful park that goes along the Vermilion River near Danville. We will meet at 11 at the beginning of the Big Woods Trail, marked L on the … Continue reading Get Outside! Sierra Club Fall Hike on October 14

What’s Next? Middle Fork Update in Danville

The Eco-Justice Collaborative is hosting an update on the Middle Fork River situation. The event is Thursday, October 11, 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm, at the Danville Public Library, 319 N Vermilion St, Danville. Some text adapted from the Facebook event: WHY ATTEND? (1) Hear updates on agency review and permitting for riverbank stabilization. This … Continue reading What’s Next? Middle Fork Update in Danville

Clean (Dirty) Power Plan Replacement – Only Public Hearing in U.S.

Save the date! The Trump Administration is working hard to roll back regulations and pave the way for the fossil fuel industry. The EPA will hold one and only public hearing on President Trump's Dirty Power Plan. Join us! RSVP to speak at the hearing here. Local people are sending a bus to Chicago that … Continue reading Clean (Dirty) Power Plan Replacement – Only Public Hearing in U.S.