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@ELPCenter CEO. Public interest attorney. Policy wonk. Believes in #WinWinWin solutions. U Chicago Law Prof/Lecturer: Envtl Constit Proud Dad w/3 sons Go Sox!
Chicago, IL
Joined August 2013
A @YouGov poll shows overwhelming bipartisan support for keeping clean energy tax credits. 61% of voters back them—just 18% want repeal. #RenewableEnergy is popular. Rolling it back isn’t. Let’s keep moving forward. Read more:
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Today, we are thrilled to announce that @GovPritzker & @JustinMBibb have joined #AmericaIsAllIn as our newest Co-Chairs!🎉 As climate champions, Governor Pritzker & Mayor Bibb see the incredible benefits that clean energy & other climate actions are unlocking in Illinois & Ohio!
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Chicago’s infrastructure was built for a different #climate—with less extreme heat, flooding & intense storms. If we don't adapt now, we’ll pay a higher price later. The time for climate-smart investments is now. Read my perspective in @CrainsChicago.
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Transit isn’t just about getting from A to B — it’s about access to jobs, #climate solutions & economic growth. Let’s invest in a better #transit future.
The future of Chicagoland's #transit is on the line. Will we invest in cleaner, faster, better transit—or let cuts fuel gridlock & pollution? ELPC’s Kevin Brubaker recently testified to @RTA_Chicago about the stakes ahead.
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Grid-enhancing technologies (GETs) boost grid capacity to improve reliability & deliver more #CleanEnergy at a minimal cost. @ELPCenter, @cubillinois, @EnvDefenseFund reached a settlement with @AmerenCorp to include GETs in transmission planning.
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While attention is on the incoming Trump administration and potential rollbacks of core environmental protections, there are also important cases at #SCOTUS. Watch our video, where I break down four pivotal cases and decisions you should know about.
Four key environmental cases are being considered this term by the U.S. Supreme Court. Hear from @HowardELPC, our Executive Director (and Lecturer teaching Environmental Constitutionalism at @UChicagoLaw), and learn his take.
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Chicago's lakefront is for people and parks, not new toxic waste landfills. .@ILEPA's action is a key step forward toward a lawsuit victory protecting the Great Lakes and people in Chicago's SE Side EJ community. @ELPCenter, @ASEChicago, @FOTPChicago
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Join @ELPCenter's webinar on Monday, Jan 27th, as we discuss the state of public #transit in NE Illinois. Learn how the upcoming fiscal cliff could impact service/reliability—& solutions to fix the system this legislative session. REGISTER NOW:
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RT @ELPCenter: Enbridge pumps half a million barrels of oil daily across the Straits of Mackinac, putting the #GreatLakes at risk. ELPC's…
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LAST CHANCE: Join @ELPCenter's webinar tomorrow as we discuss how the upcoming Trump administration will affect our #GreatLakes w Laura Rubin of @HealthyLakes & Joel Brammeier of @A4GL joining me Register now:
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Great news! Chicago suburban school districts are among the buyers of about 700 electric school buses in Illinois. As @ELPCenter's Susan Mudd says: "We think this will be the norm in the future." @GovPritzker @alliance4esb @WorldResources #CleanRide4Kids
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Bumpy bike rides on Chicago neighborhood bike greenways. Pothole city. Maintenance and repairs needed. Here's a suggested resolution for @ChicagoDOT for 2025
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Thank you to bipartisan co-chairs of the Great Lakes Task Force @RepDaveJoyce, @RepDebDingell, @RepHuizenga & @RepMarcyKaptur for stepping up to introduce reauthorizing legislation for the successful #GreatLakes Restoration Initiative. #GLRI @ELPCenter
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Protect #GreatLakes @ELPCenter commends the bipartisan reauthorization bill introduced today for thr Great Lakes Restoration Initiative. Protecting safe, clean drinking water, healthy fisheries & enjoyable outdoor recreation for all is not a partisan issue
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.@ELPCenter's innovative Power Plants to Parklands + Renewable Energy ("P2P+RE") initiative transforms retired coal plant sites into green spaces & renewable energy hubs. Progress in Michigan replicable across the Midwest. Check out this article:
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The #Great Lakes hold 21% of Earth's freshwater, providing drinking water to 42M people. How will the Trump Admin affect our #GreatLakes? Join me for @ELPCenter webinar with colleagues Laura Rubin, @HealthyLakes, and Joel Brammeier, @A4GL REGISTER:
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Wetlands reduce flooding, improve water quality & provide important wildlife habitat. @ELPCenter public interest attorneys are in federal court to protect the federal Swampbuster #wetlands conservation program from anti-regulatory groups' attacks.
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.@ELPCenter and allies leading successful charge resulting in Illinois ranking among states with the most zero-emission school buses—just below NY & California. EV school buses are taking off in IL, with over 200 on the road. #EVSB
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Great news for IL! More funding for #electricschoolbuses School districts can apply for the @EPA 2024 Clean School Bus Rebate Program. The deadline for submissions is Jan. 9th. @ELPCcenter
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Illinois took an important step toward a cleaner energy future! 🌞⚡ @ILCommerceComm's new grid plans will accelerate the #RenewableEnergy transition, boost reliability, & ensure benefits reach all communities. @ELPCenter
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