By Rachel Hatch Professor of Sociology Joan Brehm is helping to conduct an assessment of water use and perceptions about water quality in the Lake Bloomington and Lake Evergreen watersheds. Brehm will work this spring with the McLean County Soil and Water Conservation District and the City of Bloomington, which…
The American Association of Radon Scientists and Technologists (AARST) Midwest Chapter is proud to announce a regional winner of the 2015 Real Estate Leadership Healthy Housing Award. Midwest AARST Chapter nominated Kerry Kidwell based on radon leadership activity in promoting healthy homes in central Illinois with other real estate professionals,…
In tribute to the late Anne McGowan, early director of the Ecology Action Center, we have renamed one of our two annual awards in her memory. We are now accepting nominations for the Anne McGowan Making a World of Difference Award and the McLean County Recycling Award. Help us honor…
The Ecology Action Center is proud to present its Annual Report, compiling the activities and accomplishments for the calendar year 2014.
Bloomington, IL, March 11, 2015 -Fix a Leak Week is a nationwide water conservation initiative that is coming to our community. The goal of the event is to encourage property owners to test the faucets, showers, sinks and toilets in their homes and businesses to find leaks and take steps…
We are all deeply saddened by the sudden passing of former EAC Director Anne McGowan on March 7, 2015. A celebration of life is scheduled for April 12; see details below. Former EAC Executive Director Michelle Covi, who worked closely with Anne for years, contributed this tribute: One of the first people I met…
For immediate release March 11, 2015 Contact: Kris Hall Phone: (309) 454-3169 x.12 The Ecology Action Center is looking for creative shoppers to participate in this year’s Renewable Fashion Challenge which will take place at the Illinois Sustainable Living and Wellness Expo on April 11 at the Illinois Wesleyan Shirk…
The Ecology Action Center is seeking a full-time Assistant Director (Energy/Water). This position is responsible for coordinating community outreach programs focused on energy efficiency and clean water protection. The Assistant Director (Energy/Water) is a full-time salaried position with paid time off including annual vacation time, sick time, and holidays. Position…
