📰 Illinois EPA Notifies Village of Dupo and Connected Water Systems of Right-to-Know Requirements Triggered by Recent Sampling. Read the full news release: bit.ly/4b1acna

EV charging 🤝 iconic Illinois stops. We love to see it.

We're heading to the University of Chicago for the STEM career fair tomorrow! Stop by and chat with our staff about career opportunities at Illinois EPA! 🌎 🔗 Explore other events we're attending this spring: bit.ly/IEPAEmployment

❄️ Winter weather is here! Salt enhances safety & helps with icy conditions, but excessive salt use can also harm our local water environment, fish, wildlife, insects, bodies of water, soil, & the paws of our four-legged friends.🦮🐈🐿️🐢🐟🦝🦅 #MWRD 🐾 MWRD.org/Salt

🚗 We’re hitting the road this spring! Illinois EPA will be out at career events across the state. Interested in a career with us? 🌎 Our HR team would love to meet you! Check our schedule or visit out events page for more info: bit.ly/3AT3bVq

With cold and flu season in full swing, you'll want to keep your medicine cabinet organized and up to date. Dispose of unwanted and expired medications at your local, authorized drug drop-off site. To find one near you or to learn about mail-in options visit: medtakebackillinois.org

In 2025, we collected approximately 400 pounds of medications through our medication disposal program. You can help keep medications from entering our waterways, too. Use one of our safe drug collection boxes. Find locations: mwrd.org/community-ac... #MWRD #Chicago

Looking for a paid summer internship? 🌟 Illinois EPA is offering 6 opportunities through the Michael Curry Internship Program with the Governor’s Office! Internships available in Cook & Sangamon counties. Apply by March 6: bit.ly/IEPACurryInt...

Is it time for your vehicle’s emissions test? Stay up to date by following the Illinois Air Team on X and visiting ilairteam.com to find the latest information and mobile testing sites near you 🚗💨

Have you decided on your New Year’s resolutions? ✨ Take some time to green your year with these sustainable tips 🌎💚

🎄♻️ Don’t toss your live Christmas tree! Many communities recycle them into mulch, compost, or even wildlife habitat. Remove decorations, lights, and tinsel, then check local drop-off sites or curbside pickup.

Last minute gift shopping? 🎁 Give the gift of sustainability! 🌍 Opt for gift certificates or experiences to reduce waste. Whether it's a cozy dinner out, a day at a local museum, or an eco-friendly shopping spree, these gifts create lasting memories without the packaging 💚

🎁💡 Give gifts that keep on giving: energy-efficient upgrades! Save electricity, lower bills, and help the planet. 🌍⚡ Look for ENERGY STAR® products or upgrade old devices. Small changes like LED bulbs make a big impact. 💚

🎄💻 Upgrading electronics this holiday season? Don’t trash old devices! Recycle phones, tablets, laptops, and chargers at certified programs or donate working ones. 🌍♻️ Learn more: bit.ly/4eZ4Poy

🎁✨ Make your gift wrapping as thoughtful as the gift! Choose recyclable paper like kraft, recycled paper, or even newspaper. Skip glitter and foil. 💚 💡 Pro tip: Use twine or fabric instead of tape for a zero-waste finish! 🌍

Illinois EPA is continuing to grow to meet the needs of communities across the state while protecting Illinois’ environment.

Have you sent your holiday cards yet? ✨ This year, spread cheer and care for the planet. Use plain paper cards or create your own for a personal touch. Recycle them after the holidays. ♻️ Want to go even greener? Choose recycled paper or send e-cards for a zero-waste option. 📨

Our Division of Records Management sleighed this year, delivering timely, transparent FOIA responses. ✨🛷

✨ Deck the halls sustainably! ✨ This holiday season, get creative with homemade decorations. Use natural materials like pinecones, cinnamon sticks, or dried oranges, or repurpose items from around your home instead of buying new. 🎄💚

Make your holiday season merry, bright, and green! 🎄✨ Opting for a reusable Christmas tree is an easy way to cut waste and celebrate sustainably. Enjoy the festive spirit year after year while giving the planet some holiday cheer too! 🌍💚

✨ Broken or unwanted holiday lights? Don’t trash them! ✅ Replace bulbs & fuses first. Most sets include extras. ✅ Recycle through local programs or collection events. ✅ Donate working lights to thrift stores or charities.

Plan smart for your holiday feast! ✨ Shop with a list to avoid overbuying ✨ Portion wisely for your guest count ✨ Store, freeze, or share leftovers ✨ Extra green tip: Use reusable dishes & flatware to cut down on waste 💚🌍

This holiday season, consider a potted tree for a sustainable twist on your festive decor! 🌲 Potted trees can be enjoyed indoors and then planted outside for years of enjoyment. It's a perfect way to reduce waste while keeping your home merry and green!

Light up your holidays sustainably with LED lights! 💡 ✨ Use up to 90% less energy 💸 Save on your electric bill 🌍 Eco-friendly & long-lasting 💚 Reduce your carbon footprint Make the switch and shine bright while keeping it green this season!

❄️ Winter is here! Think before you salt! 🧂Too much sidewalk salt may melt ice, but it can harm nearby waterways. 💡 Pro tip: Use salt sparingly and consider sand or kitty litter for traction. Protect your community and the environment. Less really is more!

We dig soil at the Illinois EPA 🌱 It’s World Soil Day and we want you to know that soil is so much more than dirt! Soil is full of life and allows us to grow food, sequester carbon, store water, and so much more.

We crunched the numbers...here's what we've been up to this year 🙌🏼

We’re proud to highlight the work of our Spanish-English bilingual staff. They help ensure language isn’t a barrier for Illinois communities. The Illinois EPA is committed to meaningful access to all programs and services, including for those with Limited English Proficiency.

Could we BE wasting anymore food? Plan ahead and save your Thanksgiving leftovers!

🚗⚡ Thinking about going electric? A reminder that Illinois EPA’s EV Rebate Program has $14 million available for rebates this fiscal year. Learn more and sign up for updates: bit.ly/3NSRUqQ

🌍 Have an environmental concern? Report it quickly through our online complaint form! This ensures a faster response and a quicker start to the investigation process. 📝 Submit your complaint here: bit.ly/3LoA2Ud

❄️ It’s Winter Weather Preparedness Week! Now’s the time to get your rain barrel ready: 1️⃣ Disconnect and clean 2️⃣ Store and protect 3️⃣ Plan for spring Learn more: mwrd.org/RainBarrels #MWRD #CookCounty #Chicago

Stay informed with the latest Illinois EPA program updates through our listservs. Sign up for one or more to get updates on electric vehicles, grants, environmental justice, energy rebates, and more. Find Illinois EPA listserv sign-ups here: epa.illinois.gov/about-us/con...

🌎 Tomorrow is America Recycles Day! ♻️ Do your part by: ✅Reviewing your community’s recycling rules ✅ Choosing reusable items over single-use products ✅ Recycle more, waste less 🔗 Learn more: bit.ly/3MJIY7r

Trees are starting to look bare, and leaves are piling up fast. 🍂 Swipe for tips to manage them this fall! 🌎

♻️ Missed the Fall Household Hazardous Waste Collections? You can still safely dispose of unwanted items at long-term collection sites across Illinois. Find locations and more info here: bit.ly/HHWCollections

$20M Available for Public EV Charging Infrastructure! ⚡ Illinois EPA is announcing a CEJA Electric Vehicle Charging NOFO for new Level 3 and Level 2 EV charging stations at publicly accessible locations across Illinois. 🔗 Learn more: epa.illinois.gov/content/dam/...

The @illinoisdceo.bsky.social is offering grants through the Regional Site Readiness Program. Eligible applicants include local governments, nonprofits, economic development orgs, and private landowners. Projects may include brownfields or abandoned factories. 🔗 bit.ly/43K4i58

💡 Illinois EPA is offering $350K for Energy Efficiency Assessments and $10M for energy-saving upgrades at housing properties serving residents receiving housing assistance. Funding is awarded first-come, first-served until funds are gone. 🔗 bit.ly/43Sh8hQ

❄️ With temps dropping quickly, take some time this November for Winter Preparedness Month to get your home ready for the chilly months ahead and save energy with these simple tips. 🏠⚡

🎃 Help prevent zombie rain barrels this winter! 🧟‍♀️ Winterize barrels before freezing temperatures creep in! Learn how to winterize at MWRD.org/rain-barrels. #HappyHalloween #MWRD

The Energy Efficiency Trust Fund Grant is making real differences in Illinois communities 💡 #energyawarenessmonth

🛢️ Romeoville area residents! Safely dispose of your HHW next weekend at Joliet Junior College, 8 AM to 3 PM. Collections are open to all Illinois residents. Pre-registration is required. Check accepted items & register here 👉 bit.ly/HHWCollections

🎃 Don’t trash your pumpkins! If you can’t make it to a local Pumpkin Smash, try composting them at home instead. It’s an easy, sustainable way to reduce food waste and return nutrients to the soil. 🌎🌱 Swipe for simple steps to get started.

💊 Missed Drug Take-Back Day? You can still safely dispose of unwanted or expired medications anytime at authorized drop-off sites across Illinois! ♻️ Find one near you 👉 medtakebackillinois.org

If anyone is looking for a last-minute costume idea, Illinois EPA has you covered. 👀

🛢️ Taylorville area residents! Safely dispose of your HHW next weekend at the Christian County Fairgrounds, 8 AM to 3 PM. Collections are open to all Illinois residents. Pre-registration is required. Check accepted items & register here 👉 bit.ly/HHWCollections

15 Illinois grantees have been awarded a total of $2.8M to fund various energy efficiency projects in their communities! Initiatives include tracking energy use, identifying resources, and implementing energy reduction strategies. #EnergyAwarenessMonth 🔗 bit.ly/4hnqTdF

💊 Drug Take Back Day is this weekend! Take a few minutes to clean out your medicine cabinet & safely dispose of old or unwanted prescriptions at a drop-off site near you. This free, nationwide event is hosted by DEA. 🔗 Find a location: bit.ly/3Zx8KD7 #TakeBackDay

🚗⚡ Get ready! Applications and instructions for the Illinois EPA Electric Vehicle Rebate Program are now available online. Applications will not be accepted or reviewed if mailed or postmarked before October 28, 2025. 🔗 Learn more: bit.ly/3NSRUqQ