Thank you AJ Patton for highlighting the need for energy efficient affordable housing. Let's pass Chicago's Clean & Affordable Buildings Ordinance to lower energy costs and protect our health! #ElectrifyChi

Tackling climate change will require innovation, flexibility, and will look different everywhere. Watch this special by NBC Chicago to learn how 4 Illinois communities—from the southern Illinois City of O'Fallon to Chicago—are working on unique solutions: nbcchicago.com/top-videos-hom…

Legat's Noelle Ridley attended Illinois Green Alliance's Green Minds Think Alike Trivia Night Fundraiser. The event raised around $13,000 for the Illinois Green Schools Project that brings no- to low-cost sustainable practices to Illinois schools. #SustainableLiving #sustainability

"CABO is our opportunity to deliver a cleaner, healthier future for Chicagoans. An opportunity for my patients to finally find some relief. An opportunity that we cannot let pass.” - Dr. Juanita Mora Read more about why we must #ElectrifyChi. bit.ly/3zqJiEe

In June policy news, Illinois wrapped up its Spring legislative session, including some sustainability wins. Read about it and other green building policy news here:illinoisgreenalliance.org/illinois-green…

Reminder: please fill out the Cook County Government environmental justice survey and share with your networks! Deadline is tomorrow 7/17. This survey will help with the creation of a countywide environmental justice policy: cookgov.me/EnvironmentalJ…

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

HUD is investing $1.5 million for energy efficient and climate resilient improvements for affordable homes in Illinois, including upgrades to electrical systems, stormwater management, and more.

🥳Happy Birthday to the IRA🎂 So far, we've seen: -$361 Billion in climate funding💵 -$120 Billion of private sector investment🏦 -334,565 clean jobs👷 -324 green manufacturing projects🏭 -and so much more to come! #inflationreductionact #climatewinshere #CEJAworks

W/renewable energy expected to account for 44% of U.S. electricity by 2050, programs like Powering Chicago’s apprenticeship are essential. They're not just training electricians—they're helping power the clean energy future. prnewswire.com/news-releases/…

Net zero buildings are popping up all over the state! Now, there are 12 certified net zero buildings in Illinois with another 10 projects targeting that goal. #netzero #netzeronow #sustainability #illinois

The U.S. Senate recently passed a resolution designating October 2, 2024, as Energy Efficiency Day! congress.gov/118/crec/2024/…

#EnergyEfficiency saves money & cuts pollution! 🌎 This #EEDay2024, we’re sharing tips to cut energy waste and reduce your energy use. Take the pledge to join EnergyEfficiencyDay and the thousands of people who have already committed to saving energy and money.

Last week, United joined POAH, Illinois Green Alliance & Illinois state legislators to tour innovative new sustainable housing development Fifth City Commons. The project combines electrification and energy-efficiency technologies to help residents reduce net energy use.

Tekuila McGee in North Lawndale worked with Elevate to electrify her home and sat down with the Illinois Clean Jobs Coalition to share how that decision made her home cleaner, more sustainable, and more affordable! Watch: #electrifyIL #electrification #induction #heatpump

What a night! POAH Chicago team members proudly attended Illinois Green Alliance's ceremony & VP Molly Ekerdt accepted the Organizational Emerald Award for our soon-to-open Fifth City Commons. Thank you Illinois Green Alliance for being a leader in Passive House & Net Zero design & construction.

Join us live as the Mayor of Evanston and advocates highlight the benefits of the Healthy Buildings Ordinance ahead of tonight's vote! fb.watch/xnNiJeJGEp/

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

“The Healthy Buildings Ordinance is not only a first for Illinois, it is an important step towards our vision to decarbonize every building in Illinois,” said Brian Imus, executive director of Illinois Green Alliance, in the statement." bit.ly/4j6TljF