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We advocate, innovate and litigate to protect the Midwest's environment from the Great Lakes to the Great Plains.

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As a proud member of the Illinois Clean Jobs Coalition, we're glad to see so many important voices come together in support of public transportation. We're getting down to the wire in Springfield, please tell your legislators to save transit tonight secure.everyaction.com/R2w3AjTVD0CrQ4…

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JH Campbell plant in MI was retiring but Trump DOE said keep running. My view: This "is moving us backward by imposing what may be significant costs on ratepayers to run a coal plant which is no longer economic and regulators have found is not necessary.ā€ washingtonpost.com/business/2025/…

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Thank you, Senator Jon Husted for meeting with us! The Great Lakes are where we live, work, and play and it takes all of us to protect them. We look forward to working together to protect these national treasures and the communities who rely on them.

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Clean energy tax credits are creating thousands of good-paying jobs and stimulating investment into Iowa's local economy. Congress must protect the IRA's clean energy provisions. Repealing them would hurt Iowa communities across the state. desmoinesregister.com/story/opinion/…

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Indiana's environmental agency just renewed weak air permits for 2 East Chicago facilities of steelmaker Cleveland-Cliffs. Left as is, the facilities will likely release pollutants above federal limits. U.S. EPA must require Indiana Department of Environmental Management to toughen requirements. elpc.org/news/in-enviro…

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Over 75% of Ohioans support passenger rail, but the latest state budget proposal cuts both funding and representation for passenger rail in Ohio's transportation planning. Contact your State Senator and urge them to act: allaboardohio.org/advocacy All Aboard Ohio

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Winnetka, Illinois is at a crossroads. The Village is considering whether to extend a power contract tied to Prairie State coal plant, one of the dirtiest in the country. Extending would be expensive, contribute to more pollution, and limit clean energy. elpc.org/blog/winnetkas…

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Iowans: Have you or a loved one been impacted by cancer? Iowa Environmental Council and The Harkin Institute are hosting listening sessions to explore environmental risk factors and cancer rates. Our environment and our health are inextricably linked — share your story. iaenvironment.org/our-work/cance…

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What happens on the farm doesn’t always stay on the farm. Nitrate pollution from farm runoff is pushing communities to issue "do not drink" orders. This is a public health threat, not just an agricultural issue. elpc.org/blog/nitrate-p…

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Today, U.S. EPA announced its intention to walk away from its duty to regulate pollution from coal and gas plants. This retreat ignores science, the law, and the health of our communities. ELPC will not stand by. Read our full statement from Howard Learner: elpc.org/news/elpc-stat…

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A new Ohio law requires utilities to consider grid technologies that improve reliability and could pave the way for more renewable energy and battery storage, reducing pollution and lowering long term costs for Ohioans. canarymedia.com/articles/trans…

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The Trump administration granted illegal exemptions to 68 coal plants, letting them avoid cutting toxic pollution. Polluters benefit while Midwest communities pay the price in health and environmental harm. We’re fighting back in court. elpc.org/news/trump-gav…

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Rolling back emissions limits for coal plants will worsen air quality across the Midwest. ELPC’s Brian Lynk told CBS Chicago the pollution avoided by the existing Biden admin rule is equivalent to the impact of 300 million vehicles on the road. cbsnews.com/chicago/news/e…

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The J.H. Campbell coal plant was set to retire—but the DOE intervened, overriding state regulators and keeping it open without justification. It’ll cost ratepayers nearly $100M and spike pollution. ELPC and our allies are fighting back. elpc.org/news/ten-group…

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Summer means sun, sand, and swimming. But before you head to the beach, check the water. Bacterial contamination is closing beaches across the Midwest and putting health and summer fun at risk. Smarter water systems can help. šŸ”—elpc.org/blog/going-to-…