Policy
As a college student, I studied abroad for a semester in London, where I was constantly amused by the British tendency for understatement. Europe's largest subway is "the tube." The world's second biggest ocean is "the pond." Similarly, I've always...
At every turn, life is filled with priceless, invaluable lessons – if our minds and hearts are open to them.
Our country’s recent financial fallout and the BP spill are two prime examples. I’ve thought, however, that the...
The Green Chicago Restaurant Co-op is making it easier for green-minded diners to choose eateries that are committed to eco-friendly practices.
The non-profit is rolling out a new program this month that will enable restaurant owners to put a...
Here’s the bad news: Radon is the leading cause of lung cancer in non-smokers. While Radon is an old topic, due to recent legislation in Illinois, we’re getting a lot of questions about it. The good news is that it is relatively easy and...
Could wind turbines soon begin spinning and generating clean renewable energy for Evanston residents sometime in the near future?
Evanston’s City Council recently voted to move forward with requests for developers to submit proposals for...
All too often, searching for a new home usually comes down to the most basic question: where can we afford to live?
Experts recommend individuals or families shouldn’t spend more than 30 percent of their household income on housing. However,...
by Neale Baldyga
Editor’s Note: The Illinois Student Environmental Coalition, or ISEC, organizes an annual trip to Springfield for student activists to speak out on environmental topics they are concerned about with state legislators. Last week, a...
I believe that there is a phenomenal power of influence when a critical mass of voices unite to demand change. Three years ago, the World Wildlife Fund established a global call to action to send a clear, highly visual statement that signaled that...
Recent travels reminded me how nice it is to push a little lever, and have clean, drinkable water magically appear at our fingertips. It also reminded me of how easily we take it for granted! We just returned from an amazing journey to a country that...
In a surprise twist, Illinois -- which is home to a quarter of the nation’s bituminous coal reserves and generates more nuclear power (and waste) than any state in the country – is primed to become a leader in renewable energy. Our state...
