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The report discusses generation of the materials, their impacts on landfills and recycling, the existing infrastructure and end markets for each, and more information about the materials. #epa

“Environmental justice simply means ensuring the communities most disproportionately impacted by pollution are protected. #epa

As a member of Congress, Zeldin consistently showed a lack of support for the clean air, clean water and EPA’s mission to protect human health and the environment. #epa

“The Brownfield RLF drives economic growth, creates new housing, opens green spaces and more – all for communities that have shouldered the burden of pollution for years,” said President Preckwinkle. “ #loan

Key goals of the project included improving roadway conditions for safer travel, enhancing drainage to reduce flooding, installing green infrastructure to improve water quality, and incorporating safety measures for all users. #harvey

The Unsewered Communities Planning Grant Program (UCPGP) provides grant funding to develop a plan that will address problems associated with the collection and treatment of wastewater in an unsewered community. #sewer

Grant applications will be competitively scored based on funding justification, projects located in environmental justice areas of concern, energy burden, areas of co-op or municipally owned electric, and partnerships between local units of governments and organizations, or where planning benefits multiple communities. #grant

“Energy efficiency upgrades in public water facilities are not just about reducing operational costs—they’re integral to environmental stewardship, regulatory compliance, and community well-being,” said Illinois EPA Interim Director James Jennings. #awards

There were six deaths from WNV confirmed in the state in 2023 and an additional 119 non-fatal cases reported (although human cases are underreported). #virus

Earlier this month, I was proud to join the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity in announcing millions of dollars for helping connect people to good careers. #oped