Environmental News
Cook County saved nearly $8.6 million and significantly decreased energy use in the first two years of implementing energy efficiency improvements by using guaranteed energy savings performance contracts.
The Cook County Department of Environment and Sustainability was awarded two brownfield grants from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, the agency said.
.New report shows 19 percent reduction in greenhouse gas emissions from County operations
Community shared solar power brings equity, jobs and protects the environment
Initiative encourages economic development; environmental stewardship