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Cook County Urges Residents to Protect Their Health During Air Quality Action Days

Air quality alert in effect for Cook County until midnight

June 17, 2024

Cook County’s Solid Waste Coordinator Recognized by Crain’s Chicago Business as a Notable Leader in Sustainability

Crains Chicago Business recognized Cook County’s Solid Waste Coordinator Anthony Tindall as a notable leader in sustainability.

April 29, 2024

Environmental

In Recognition of Earth Day Cook County and South Suburban College Announce Creation of Household Hazardous Waste Facility to Open in 2025

Facility will serve as permanent drop-off location in the south suburbs

April 22, 2024

Environmental

Cook County Announces Finalization of Two C-PACE Projects

(COOK COUNTY, IL) – The Cook County Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy (C-PACE) program, administered by the Illinois Energy Conservation Authority, announced today the recent closing of financing for two multifamily developments in C

March 1, 2024

Building and Construction, Economic Development, Environmental

Cook County Partners with Elevate to Provide Free Whole-Home Upgrades to Cook County Families

Healthy Homes for Healthy Families supports suburban Cook County families by providing free safety, energy efficiency, water conservation and whole-home upgrades

January 30, 2024

Environmental, Health