Month: November 2009

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Documents recently added to GLRPPR sector resources

These publications were recently added to GLRPPR’s Sector Resources. This list is continuously updated on the web and is also available as an RSS feed.

ECOBOT
Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:54:50 GMT
ECOBOT a free, open-source Adobe AIR app that calculates your carbon footprint by measuring the fuel, power, and paper you use. And it does much of this automatically. By tracking your carbon consumption, it’ll help you see where you have the most negative impact so you know where to put the three Rs into action. Aside from reducing, reusing, and recycling, it can link you to places where you can offset your carbon totals. Mac only. Continue reading “Documents recently added to GLRPPR sector resources”

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IDEM to Offer New Pollution Prevention Grant to Help Reduce Toxic Chemical Use

[Post author: Wayne Duke]

To encourage Indiana manufacturers to identify opportunities that can reduce pollution, conserve raw materials and save money, the Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) is offering industry and communities free, confidential pollution prevention opportunity assessments. New to the program is a special impetus to encourage the reduction of toxic chemicals and the opportunity to receive funding for qualifying projects. Continue reading “IDEM to Offer New Pollution Prevention Grant to Help Reduce Toxic Chemical Use”

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Illinois Organizations Receive Awards for Environmental Achievements

[Post author: Wayne Duke]

Thirty eight Illinois companies and organizations have been honored for their significant achievements in protecting the environment, helping sustain the future, and improving the economy. The Governor’s Sustainability Awards were presented by the Illinois Sustainable Technology Center (ISTC) in Champaign during a luncheon. ISTC is a division of the Institute of Natural Resource Sustainability at the University of Illinois. Continue reading “Illinois Organizations Receive Awards for Environmental Achievements”