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Illinois Environmental Council (IEC) @ilenviro.bsky.social · 05/02/2026

The federal EPA’s exit could compromise the canal’s restoration. Now the Illinois EPA is holding the bag and now they’re responsible, and it just means spending time and resources that have already been spent for something that the U.S. EPA should have continued to do.” – @jenwalling.bsky.social

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Illinois Environmental Council (IEC) @ilenviro.bsky.social · 08/01/2026

"...while simultaneously addressing the challenges of poor regional grid planning and energy-intensive data centers. The CRGA Act doubles the renewable energy investment we made in 2021 with CEJA while also investing in new programs that meet the urgency of the moment.” — Jen Walling, IEC CEO (3/4)

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David Roberts @volts.wtf · 02/12/2025

I mean, Illinois has just been *killing* it, almost completely outside of the NY/CA media spotlight.

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Jose Zepeda @josezepeda.21st.show · 29/04/2025

We speak with an environmental reporter and advocates, including @jenwalling.bsky.social, about the state of the environment of Illinois in 2025, what needs to improve and what impacts from the federal government can we expect to trickle down to the state. youtu.be/JvMvqJDiN8k

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The state of Illinois’ environment in 2025

YouTube video by Illinois Public Media

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Jen Walling @jenwalling.bsky.social · 20/03/2025

Foam foodware ban passes senate environment 7-2! Congrats to Senator Laura Fine. @ilenviro.bsky.social @alliancegreatlakes.bsky.social

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Jen Walling @jenwalling.bsky.social · 20/03/2025

This morning we passed SB1872, banning plastic bags in Illinois out of Senate Environment 7-2. We’ve been working on this bill for over a decade. @ilenviro.bsky.social @alliancegreatlakes.bsky.social

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Jen Walling @jenwalling.bsky.social · 20/03/2025

It’s been a very big morning so far in Springfield. At 8AM @gonggershowitz.bsky.social moved HB1600 requiring third party delivery apps to only provide utensils if you ask. @ilenviro.bsky.social @qglpolicywonk.bsky.social @alliancegreatlakes.bsky.social

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Illinois State Climatologist @ilclimatologist.bsky.social · 15/01/2025

Our summary of the 2024 weather year in #Illinois is jam-packed! Last year was the 2nd warmest on record in Illinois and had the most tornadoes in our state, with drought and flood mixed in. #ilwx #climate go.illinois.edu/scosummary

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Michael Hawthorne @scribeguy.bsky.social · 15/01/2025

Update from me: More than 777K tons of PFAS-contaminated sludge from Chicago and Cook Co. have been spread on farmland during the past 8 years — in many cases near residential areas. Only LA gave more sludge to farmers. EPA confirms cancer risks for farmers and neighbors. Unclear about gen pop.

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EPA warns of toxic forever chemicals in sewage sludge used on farmland, including thousands of acres near the Chicago area

In northeast Illinois, more than 777,000 tons of sludge from Chicago and Cook County have been spread on farmland — in many cases near residential areas.

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Illinois Environmental Council (IEC) @ilenviro.bsky.social · 08/01/2025

We loved the energy at Climate Day at the Capitol! This was the best kick off to what we’re declaring a year of climate action in IL. We advocated for the ICJC Platform—policies that will accelerate our climate progress. Together, we'll #ElectrifyIL to #ActOnClimate!

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