CEJA Ready to be Signed by Illinois Governor
CEJA, the historic Climate and Equitable Jobs Act, has now passed both the Illinois House and Senate and is on its way to the Governor’s desk for signature.
Take Climate Action Now
Take climate action to help the Climate and Equity Jobs bill pass the House and Senate! It includes interim reduction emissions targets for Prairie State.
Leave the Campsite Cleaner
In this podcast, Craig Mousin, adjunct professor of DePaul University celebrates the decision to remove coal ash from Illinois’ National Scenic River.
Rally to Close Prairie State Coal Plant
Central Illinois groups, including EJC, host rally in front of Sen. Bennett’s office on August 16 to urge him to support closing Prairie State coal plant.
BIG Win! Dynegy Agrees to Move Its Ash
Dynegy agrees to move its toxic coal ash out of the floodplain of the Middle Fork of the Vermilion, Illinois’ National Scenic River.
Interim Agreement on Middle Fork Coal Ash
Interim agreement reached on protecting the Middle Fork of the Vermilion River. Environmental groups are cautiously optimistic, and will remain vigilant.
Thanks to You – IL Coal Ash Rules Adopted!
With the recent adoption coal ash rules, Illinois residents will be safer and our surface and groundwaters will be cleaner!
EJC Asks IDNR to Inspect Riverbanks
Six feet of unmitigated erosion along riverbanks could potentially destabilize the Old East Ash Pit, sending coal ash into Illinois’ National Scenic River.
Accelerating Regenerative Agriculture
Pam Richart, Eco-Justice Collaborative, served on REAMP’s Agricultural Team, charged with developing strategies for accelerating regenerative agriculture in the Midwest.
