Take a Pass on Plastics Campaign Goes Statewide
December 14, 2023
The Sierra Club Illinois Chapter Conservation Committee recently approved the expansion of our “Take a Pass on Plastics” campaign, making it available to groups throughout the state.
It's Time for a New Water Heater
December 14, 2023
Heat-pump water heaters are a key way to break our dependence on methane "natural " gas in the home.
The Challenge of PFAs and Forever Chemicals in our Waters
October 13, 2023
What are "forever" chemicals doing in our lakes, rivers and streams? Are PFAs and other harmful chemicals in our drinking water? Hear from a Sierra Club expert, Dr. Mila Marshall to learn the truth about another challenge to our environment.
Save Our Forest Preserves, Airport Information Meeting
October 13, 2023
Many residents made the time in busy lives to attend an information session on the problematic Airport Expansion Plan that would allow the sale of public forest preserve land for private use.
Call on Governor Pritzker to Enact Clean Trucks Rules
September 20, 2023
The health impacts of diesel pollution in Illinois are well documented. That’s why the Sierra Club Illinois Chapter is asking each of us to call Governor JB Pritzker’s office and urge him to enact two clean trucks rules.
Deice Driveways and Sidewalks With Less Salt
September 20, 2023
The Salt Smart Collaborative will host two public webinars in October on ways to deice parking lots, driveways, and sidewalks with fewer risks for waterways, native wildlife and plants.
People and Prairies: Preservation of the Chiwaukee Prairie
September 20, 2023
On Sunday, October 15, renowned biologist and nature photographer Dr. Dana Garrigan will lead us on a virtual journey to Chiwaukee Prairie and outline efforts to protect the world-renowned wetland.
Solar Tour Set for September 30
September 20, 2023
The 2023 Illinois Solar Tour will take place in a hybrid format on September 30.
You’re Invited: Illinois Chapter PAC Fundraiser
August 10, 2023
Join Sierra Club Illinois’ Chapter PAC on Wednesday, September 13, for a night of food, fun, and chess—all in support of the committee's work to elect environmental champions up and down the ballot.
Microplastics Pollution Is Everywhere
August 10, 2023
Textiles are a major source of microplastics polluting our waters. Petroleum-based plastic is used extensively in mass-manufactured textiles, from our clothes to our bed sheets to our recreational gear. The pollution they create is everywhere.