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We stood shoulder to shoulder with workers, riders, advocates and even legislators today to demand a special session to address the issue.
Public transit is Public good.
Fund it, Fix it, LIKE WE SHOULD! ✊
#UnitedWeMove
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Last week, we introduced the Clean and Reliable Grid Affordability Act! Learn how the CRGA Act will strengthen our power grid, deliver ratepayer savings, and grow our clean energy economy, then urge your legislators to support the bill! bit.ly/3Do26Xo
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NEW: ICJC applauds the City of Evanston for becoming the first municipality in Illinois to pass a Building Performance Standard ordinance, protecting public health and our climate. bit.ly/41WKB9U
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We know that we can't wait for the White House when it comes to real climate leadership.
It’s clear states like Illinois will be where action presses forward.
I’m proud to join @americaisallin as a Co-Chair to continue building a clean energy economy that works for all.
Today, we are thrilled to announce that @GovPritzker & @JustinMBibb have joined #AmericaIsAllIn as our newest Co-Chairs!🎉
As climate champions, Governor Pritzker & Mayor Bibb see the incredible benefits that clean energy & other climate actions are unlocking in Illinois & Ohio!
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Last week, ELPC joined a couple of hundred friends for #ClimateAtTheCapitol Lobby Day in Springfield, Illinois.
We met with lawmakers to discuss #CleanEnergy / #CleanTransportation solutions and rallied for #ClimateActionNow.
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With Chicago wind chills dropping below zero, @IllinoisPIRG, @AARPIllinois and @CUBillinois gathered for a news conference to speak up for justice for Peoples Gas customers.
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See you tonight in Garfield Park @brkthru with @cubillinois & @ilenviro!
Sign up here: act.sierraclub.org/events/de…
#twill #CleanBuildings
Join us & @cubillinois in Garfield Park next Monday
@brkthru to learn how the Clean & Affordable Buildings Ordinance will
🌬️ Improve our indoor air quality
💸 Lower our heating & cooking bills
🌎 Tackle the climate crisis
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#twill #CleanBuildings
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On day 5 of #WeekWithoutDriving ATA's executive director Amy Rynell is "Greenlining it to the @ilenviro green prom"😎 #WeekWithoutDrivingChicago #EveryTripCounts
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I'm excited to be hosting a virtual Town Hall about Inflation Reduction Act programs with @SenDuckworth and @ilenviro on October 3rd! Click here to register and learn more: act.ilenviro.org/a/ira-town-…
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Watch Brian from @RespHealth highlight how CEJA is accelerating the transition to zero-emission vehicles, bringing resources to the communities most impacted by pollution. Now, we must keep working to reduce transit emissions and protect our communities! #CEJAworks #ElectrifyIL
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The Illinois Rural Electric Cooperative Scorecard is officially here! This tool, launched in partnership w/ @cubillinois, helps co-op member owners better understand their co-op and make sure they are getting the power they deserve.
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Want to know how your #Illinois state legislators voted on critical #environmental & #climate decisions??
It seems like everyone is talking about clean energy & its role in combating the climate crisis. What about our decision-makers? Is your legislator a #GreenChampion? Get the #IECScorecard sent to your inbox to find out right now! #twill
📥 : act.ilenviro.org/a/2024score…
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In the words of @BarackObama, "we cannot condemn our children, and their children, to a future that is beyond their capacity to repair..."
The IRA in a once in a lifetime investment and we're seeing the benefits of such investment first hand and NOW!
On the Inflation Reduction Act's 2nd birthday, check out ten ways the federal clean energy investments are already delivering results in homes, businesses, and communities across Illinois! #CEJAworks #IRAworks bit.ly/3WOxiEH
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“It creates a sense that there’s a future for everyone — an economic future, as well as a climate future,” Fishman said. #IRAworks bit.ly/3AvGruB
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Loving the compostables PLUS composting at the @DNC convention. I ran into @angtovar & she says the landfill bins will be pretty empty at this event! Thanks to @BrightBeatSteph for her leadership too!
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In 2021, Illinois passed the Climate and Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA), one of the most ambitious clean energy bills in the U.S.
Now, thanks to @POTUS & @VP's Inflation Reduction Act, CEJA is more transformative than ever.
Watch our full video w/@ilenviro: youtu.be/watch?v=LfyiLaOcKmM
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As reported in The Daily Line, we’re continuing to work tirelessly to pass the Clean and Affordable Buildings Ordinance. Chicago families have been misled by gas companies for long enough, it’s time to #ElectrifyChi! bit.ly/3SmvukT
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Illinois is setting a national safety and environmental protection standard in carbon capture today.
It'll not only help reduce emissions but drive investment in our state.
With my signature on the Safe CCS Act, we're leading the charge in the fight against climate change.
ALT Governor Pritzker joined by legislators, environmental advocates, and organized labor leaders, signed SB1289, the Safety and Aid for the Environment in Carbon Capture and Sequestration (SAFE CCS Act), into law.
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Protecting the Great Lakes will always be a priority for Illinois.
After years of work on the Brandon Road Interbasin Project eluding admins, I'm announcing an agreement with Michigan and @USACEHQ.
With this plan, we’ll defend the Great Lakes and ease the burden on taxpayers.