November 15, 2016 Mclean County, IL, 11/15/16 – The Midwest Renewable Energy Association (MREA) in partnership with The Ecology Action Center (EAC) of Normal, have surpassed their goal of 250 kW solar for home, business and farm installation in McLean County through their Solar Group Buy Program. Meeting this benchmark…
In 2016 the level of carbon emissions reached a new threshold, never dropping below 400ppm at any time over the course of the year; this is the first time this has ever happened during the human existence. In the same way, average global temperatures continue to increase each and every…
For many residents of Bloomington and Normal, leaf raking efforts are now already underway. Per directions from both municipalities, leaves should not be raked into the street. In addition to being a possible safety issue, leaves can act as a storm water pollutant. Washed into the storm sewer system and…
Please join us for the 11th Annual Sustainable Gourmet on Thursday, October 27, at 6 p.m. This popular fundraiser for the EAC features artisanal and sustainable food hors d’oeuvres, an organic wine tasting, and a silent auction with fabulous sustainable items from local businesses and organizations. The event will be…
Mclean County, IL, With less than a month to go, the Midwest Renewable Energy Association (MREA) in partnership with The Ecology Action Center (EAC) of Normal, have surpassed their goal of 100 kW solar for home, business and farm installation in McLean County through their Solar Group Buy Program. Meeting…
The Ecology Action Center continues its water-conserving and waste-reduction workshops in September, with sessions on building rain-harvesting and composting systems for your yard or garden. EAC provides all the materials, equipment, and training so that each participant goes home with a high-quality system and all the knowledge necessary to use…
Our partners at the McLean County Regional Planning Commission are in the process of updating their Long-Range Transportation Plan (LRTP) for the Bloomington-Normal Urbanized Area and McLean County. As part of that effort, we’re helping them reach out to residents and stakeholders to solicit opinions and feedback about our current…
For immediate release August 9, 2016 Contact: Marcus Ricci Phone: (309) 454-3169 x.15 The Ecology Action Center is seeking community involvement in Sugar Creek Stewards, a new volunteer-based riparian stewardship program. Volunteers learn about rivers and floodplains, the importance of native grasses and flowers to wildlife and humans, and the…
