Ecology Action Center launches HHW Fund Campaign for a fall 2019 McLean County Household Hazardous Waste Collection; private donations needed to reach goal

PRESS RELEASE Contact: Michael Brown, (309) 454-3169 x.11 For immediate release: June 17, 2019 With early support from numerous local partners and sponsors, the Ecology Action Center (EAC) is optimistic about a local hazardous waste collection in the near future. Illinois Farm Bureau® (IFB), Compeer Financial, Rivian Automotive, Republic Services,…

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EAC seeks proposals for hazardous waste collection and disposal

The Ecology Action Center of Normal, Illinois, is soliciting proposals for a fall 2019 Household Hazardous Waste collection event for the residents of McLean County, Illinois.  Please download the full Request For Proposals and bid sheet for completion.  Sealed proposals are due to Executive Director Michael Brown by 2 p.m….

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2018 Ecology Action Center Annual Report Released

The Ecology Action Center is excited to present our annual report for 2018–the reach, impact, accomplishments, and challenges of a busy year for a small environmental nonprofit agency. The 2018 EAC Annual report is available for download as a pdf file.      

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On America Recycles Day – Are You Recycling Right?

Bloomington-Normal, IL-  Nov. 15, 2018 –  On America Recycles Day, local government leaders, multiple organizations and the waste industry, are asking consumers if they are recycling right.  Based on audits performed by the recycling industry, one in four items placed in the recycling cart is not recyclable which has led…

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Employment Opportunity: Part-time Program Coordinator

Program Coordinator – BNCESP The Ecology Action Center is seeking a part-time Program Coordinator. The main responsibility of this position is coordinating the development of the Bloomington-Normal Community Energy Strategic Plan (BNCESP).  This is a short-term (approximately 4 months to 8 months), hourly position with no benefits.  The position is…

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