We All Can Be Part of the Solution Inspiring change to the status quo is hard, but together we can address climate change to make a difference. Problem: Fossil Fuels, Coal, Gas-Pollution and Climate Change Earth’s climate is changing at a rate and in a way that is not explainable by natural factors. Human influences, […]
Threats to Drinking Water
Water is Precious. Let’s Keep it Safe! We all need safe drinking water to thrive. 72% of drinking water in Illinois comes from surface water such as rivers, lakes, and reservoirs. Many Illinois residents also depend on ground water sources such as aquifers (ie. the Mahomet Aquifer which serves much of east central Illinois) or […]
Nutrient Pollution
Healthy Rivers Need Clean Water Nutrients are good, right? Not always. Too much of a good thing can be very bad for people, fish, and clean water. The rivers and lakes of Illinois should have clean water flowing through them. Problem: Nutrient Pollution & Algal Blooms Too much phosphorus and nitrogen in water can be […]
Dynegy Vermilion
Quick Facts: Listen to an Interview or Download a Flyer Contents Overview What is Coal Ash? What are the Ash Pits? Middle Fork River; What is at Risk? What is Dynegy’s Plan for the Pits? Groundwater Violation Timeline History of the Site Vermilion County Passes Resolution US EPA Coal Ash Rules and Vermilion Overview […]
Wetlands & Floodplains
Rivers Protect Us Nature has ways of protecting people, property, and wildlife. Let nature protect all of us. The importance of floodplains and wetlands cannot be overstated. Floodplains are the low-lying areas adjacent to rivers that are formed by sediment deposited by rivers. The floodplain is an integral part of a river and is essential […]
