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Yesterday, we were thrilled to participate in an event that highlighted @ILFilmOffice’s expansion of the Film Production Tax Credit to include a dedicated sustainability incentive for film productions – the first of its kind in the nation. Learn more here: blockclubchicago.org/2026/03/20/chi…

EnergySense’s Cassie Carroll will participate in a session called "From Energy Burden to Benchmarking: What Governments, Buildings, and Advocates Can Control with Limited Funding" @ the '26 Midwest Climate Collaborative Summit in Cleveland. Register here: midwestclimatecollaborative.wustl.edu/summit2026/

The @CJI_Illinois has created regional data packets to support clean energy workforce planning and development in Illinois, such as the CEJA workforce development programs. To access the packets, click: ler.illinois.edu/.../illinois-c…

The @UChicagoPME recently published a study about a new distributed carbon nanofiber direct air capture filter for use in furnaces, air conditioners and other ventilation systems to remove CO2 and reduce energy costs. Learn more here: pme.uchicago.edu/news/innovatio…

The Illinois Climate Bank has released a notice of funding to support municipal adoption of the 2023 IL Stretch Code. And we can help! Contact EnergySense at energysense-info@uillinois.edu. For more on the IL Climate Bank grant program please click: illinoisclimatebank.com/financing-prog…

Recently, the Illinois International Port District has released a Request for Proposals (RFP) to procure Solar Panels and Battery Energy Storage Systems at the port in Chicago, as part of the Illinois Clean Ports Program. For more information see: iipd.com/doing-business

We are working with the City of Rochelle to develop the Rochelle Energy Action Plan. An in-person meeting will be held on 4/9 from 4 to 6pm at the Rochelle Park District’s REC center to discuss the plan with residents. To learn more, click: cityofrochelle.net/content/energy…

A recent UK study on energy efficiency in educational buildings reviews smart technology integration and occupant behavior to help increase energy-saving awareness during university decision-making processes. To learn more, click: sciencedirect.com/science/articl…

@ComEd has announced a pilot vehicle-to-grid electric school bus program in three Chicagoland school districts. Because fully charged school buses are parked just when the grid is most taxed, they could help ease grid congestion. For more: insideclimatenews.org/news/03102025/…

@ILEPA launched a new grant program for wastewater treatment plants, the "Resilient Energy for Wastewater Infrastructure Grant Program". The NOFO closes on April 30th at 5pm. Learn more and apply below! epa.illinois.gov/topics/energy/…

Researchers from Kingston University have developed an AI-driven solution to drastically improve air pollution sensors. With more accurate air quality insights, clean air solutions can be more quickly adopted and scaled up. For more on this breakthrough: envnewsbits.info/2025/05/07/how…

Microsoft recently purchased 4.9 million tons of removal credits from start-up Vaulted Deep, which uses a process for removing CO2 & methane by injecting organic matter, including human waste, thousands of feet underground. For more, check out trellis.net/article/micros…

The Illinois EPA has extended the Illinois Electric Vehicle Rebate Program application cycle to 5/31/26. The rebate amount has changed to $2,000 for new or used EVs, but low-income applicants can receive an additional $2,000. Check here for full criteria: go.illinois.edu/NewILEVRebateC…

(IIN) recently announced a 16-month Fellows Program, a career development program designed to support & recognize exceptional work and projects by key IIN contributors. Application deadline is 2/16. Click for more info & link to apply: @ILInnoNetwork" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">iin.uillinois.edu/illinois-innov…

The Suburban Building Officials Conference (SBOC) is holding a training event – A Deep Dive into the 2026 Illinois Stretch Code and Existing Building Policies on 2/19, 2026 from 12pm to 1:30 pm at the Boughton Ridge Golf Course. To register: sboc7.starchapter.com/meet-reg1.php?…

This past September, Honda opened its first Resource Circularity Center in Ohio to repurpose or recycle factory tools, parts and packaging to cut costs, reduce landfill and strengthen US supply chains. To learn more about this center, please visit: trellis.net/article/honda-…

The American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE) is holding a webinar on 1/29/26 on the trouble renters have making energy efficiency upgrades that would save them money and save us emissions. For more details & to register, click: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regist…

The Rocky Mountain Institute published their Ten Clean Energy Wins of 2025, including Africa’s solar boom, a surge in commercial demand for clean cement/steel, US state acceleration of distributed energy, heat pumps outsell ACs in US and more! Take a look! go.illinois.edu/RMITop10CleanE…

The 2026 Indiana Sustainability & Resilience Conference will be held on 2/6/26 with keynote speaker Gina McCarthy, the 1st White House National Climate Advisor. Connect with Hoosier climate leaders by registering here: eri.iu.edu/news-and-event…

Deep Decarbonization Pathways has published a report called “A Decade of National Climate Action: Stocktake and the Road Ahead,” which details key areas of success, while emphasizing considerable actions must still be taken. To read the full report, click: ddpinitiative.org/ddp-report-202…