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EnergySense Resilience Center @energysense.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Food Waste Prevention Week (FWPW) is Sept. 28 - Oct. 4, 2026. EnergySense will be sharing relevant tips, resources, & highlights from IL projects during the week on social media. Be sure to follow us & learn more at foodwastepreventionweek.com #FWPW2026

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Food Waste Prevention Week | Save Food

Join the global campaign to reduce food waste and make a positive environmental impact.

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EnergySense Resilience Center @energysense.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

The Safer Foodware Initiative is a collaboration of EnergySense, IL Green Business Association, Takeout 25, Bright Beat & Seven Generations to promote widespread adoption of PFAS-free single use foodware to protect human health. Learn more: smartenergy.illinois.edu/a-safer-futu... #P2Week2026

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EnergySense Resilience Center @energysense.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

This Pollution Prevention Week, are you wondering what you can do to help prevent pollution in your community? The US EPA has tips for what we can do at home, work and school to help reduce pollution. Check it out here: www.epa.gov/p2/what-you-.... #P2Week2026

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Joy Scrogum @joysness.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

"The U.S. House of Representatives passed the Battery Recycling for America’s Competitive Economy Act (BRACE Act), bipartisan legislation...to modernize outdated federal regulations and strengthen America’s domestic battery recycling industry." wasteadvantagemag.com/house-passes...

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House Passes Miller-Meeks' BRACE Act to Strengthen Domestic Battery Recycling - Waste Advantage Magazine

The U.S. House of Representatives passed the Battery Recycling for America's Competitive Economy Act (BRACE Act), bipartisan legislation authored by

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Joy Scrogum @joysness.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

April is Citizen Science Month! Check out my latest post on JoySNess for more information and links to citizen science projects and platforms you can explore. joysness.com/2026/04/12/a...

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April is Citizen Science Month

According to Wikipedia, ‘Citizen science is research conducted with the participation of the general public, amateur or nonprofessional researchers, or participants from the fields of science…

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Joy Scrogum @joysness.bsky.social · 30/03/2026

Five Critical Things to Know About Microplastics and Your Lungs www.lung.org/blog/micropl...

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Joy Scrogum @joysness.bsky.social · 27/03/2026

Monday, March 30 is International Day of Zero Waste. This year's theme is food waste. Read my latest post for the ISTC blog to learn more. blog.istc.illinois.edu/2026/03/27/m...

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Joy Scrogum @joysness.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

Read the latest newsletter from the ISTC technical assistance group! I've enjoyed compiling the content for these; only one more to work on before my position ends (budget cuts). emails.illinois.edu/newsletter/1...

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Joy Scrogum @joysness.bsky.social · 14/02/2026

Great book about science & sustainability for middle school readers. Read my review of 'Ellie Ment and the Material Matter' at forums.onlinebookclub.org/viewtopic.ph...

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Joy Scrogum @joysness.bsky.social · 12/02/2026

'The superstar climbed a sparking electric pole as the Trump administration claws back millions in federal funding meant to fix the island’s hurricane-battered grid.' www.canarymedia.com/articles/cul...

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Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl show had a big message about Puerto Rico’s grid

The superstar climbed a sparking electric pole as the Trump administration claws back millions in federal funding meant to fix the island’s…

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Joy Scrogum @joysness.bsky.social · 08/02/2026

'Mizzou's Susie Dai recently applied a revolutionary strain of algae toward capturing and removing harmful microplastics from polluted water...Dai also aims to repurpose the collected microplastics into safe, bioplastic products such as composite plastic films.' phys.org/news/2026-02...

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Lab-grown algae remove microplastics from water

A University of Missouri researcher is pioneering an innovative solution to remove tiny bits of plastic pollution from our water. Mizzou's Susie Dai recently applied a revolutionary strain of algae to...

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Joy Scrogum @joysness.bsky.social · 08/02/2026

'Dr. Karl Kaiser, professor of marine and coastal environmental science in the College of Marine Sciences and Maritime Studies at Texas A&M University at Galveston is exploring an innovative idea: using satellites to spot microplastics in the ocean.' stories.tamu.edu/news/2026/02...

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From sea to space: Turning the tide on microplastic pollution

A Texas A&M University at Galveston researcher is pioneering a groundbreaking approach to monitor and combat ocean pollution using satellite technology.

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Hillary Rodham Clinton @hillaryclinton.bsky.social · 26/01/2026

In Minnesota, scores of ordinary people are bravely looking out for their neighbors, defending their communities, and protesting lawless violence. They are the best of America. Here's how to stand with them. www.standwithminnesota.com

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Stand With Minnesota Donation Directory

Stand With Minnesota is a hub for supporting, learning, and taking action to support Minnesotans impacted by ICE and federal enforcement.

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VoteVets @votevets.org · 25/01/2026

Non-masked MN National Guard are out handing out hot chocolate, coffee and donuts to protesters. One simple act has de-escalated the situation and helped gain the trust of people. See the difference between professional soldiers and the pretend tough guys in CBP and ICE?

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Joy Scrogum @joysness.bsky.social · 20/01/2026

As a cancer survivor, I know what medical hair loss is like. I chose to wear scarves & thankfully all of that is years behind me & my hair has grown back. But for many, this is happening now. Consider a donation to Hair We Share: hairweshare.org/blog/why-we-...

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Why We Must Act Now to Save Hair We Share — Hair We Share

Hair We Share is facing a serious financial challenge, and we need your help to continue providing free wigs to those experiencing medical hair loss. Please take a moment to read this important update...

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Joy Scrogum @joysness.bsky.social · 20/01/2026

ICYMI: IL residents can now recycle paint and related products blog.istc.illinois.edu/2026/01/16/i...

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IL residents can now recycle paint and related products – ISTC blog

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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 15/01/2026

Arnoldo Bazan, a 16-year-old U.S. citizen, was put in a chokehold by ICE agents. Agents took his phone, which he tracked to a used electronics vending machine near an ICE detention center. Yes: ICE is stealing and selling people’s things after brutalizing them. There are no words.

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We Found More Than 40 Cases of Immigration Agents Using Banned Chokeholds and Other Moves That Can Cut Off Breathing

Civilians have had apparent seizures. One had his eyes roll back. Another had ribs broken. “I felt like I was going to p

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Joy Scrogum @joysness.bsky.social · 13/01/2026

'Higher consumption of some food preservatives is associated with an increased risk of type 2 diabetes and cancer, two studies suggest.' www.theguardian.com/science/2026...

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Studies link some food preservatives to higher diabetes and cancer risk

Of 17 preservatives studied, higher consumption of 12 of them linked with increased risk of type 2 diabetes

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Joy Scrogum @joysness.bsky.social · 12/01/2026

'China is on track to reach a fully renewable energy system by 2051, nearly a century earlier than the United States, according to a global study covering 150 countries.' Well, that doesn't feel great for the US (though good for China & the world). www.pv-magazine.com/2026/01/12/u...

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US would reach 100% renewable energy by 2148 at current pace

China is on track to reach a fully renewable energy system by 2051, nearly a century earlier than the United States, according to a global study covering 150 countries.

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Joy Scrogum @joysness.bsky.social · 06/01/2026

'The first draft law also included a ban on non-stick saucepans, but this has been removed following reports of “intense lobbying” from French manufacturer Tefal.' www.euronews.com/green/2026/0...

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France enacts ban on ‘forever chemicals’ - with one big exception

Cosmetics and clothes made with PFAS, also known as forever chemicals, have officially been banned in France.

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Joy Scrogum @joysness.bsky.social · 05/01/2026

Updates on sustainability research and case studies from around the world, with an emphasis on areas of expertise and research interests of the Illinois Sustainable Technology Center. Learn more: blog.istc.illinois.edu/2026/01/05/s...

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Subscribe to “Sustainability in the News” – ISTC blog

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Joy Scrogum @joysness.bsky.social · 05/01/2026

Energy efficiency and electrification project rebates up to $1,000 for 30 businesses or non-profit organizations in Illinois. Applications are due February 2, 2026. blog.istc.illinois.edu/2026/01/05/e...

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Energy efficiency funding for small businesses and nonprofits–applications due Feb. 2 – ISTC blog

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NPR @npr.org · 03/01/2026

The military removal of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro on US drug charges comes after Trump has freed other figures connected to narcotics trafficking. n.pr/4skk4yB

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Maduro's ouster on drug charges comes as Trump lets others free

The military removal of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro on US drug charges comes after Trump has freed other figures connected to narcotics trafficking.

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Nick Knudsen @nickknudsenus.bsky.social · 03/01/2026

PLEASE everyone do this. It’s so easy. Send a letter to Congress in only 2 minutes!! Tell them to DO THEIR JOBS and keep Trump in check!!! Pass it on. 🙏

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ACT NOW: Tell Congress to Hold Trump in Check!

Use this form to send a letter to your House Rep and both of your Senators. It takes 2 minutes!

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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 03/01/2026

That one person can drag us into a war without consulting or even notifying Congress, or our allies, or fully explaining to the American people why this is necessary, is absolutely bonkers. Reminder that Congress has the power to stop all of this. Where the hell are they?

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