Green Jobs

Vision Statement of the Economic Alliance’s Green Jobs Committee

To establish an active collaboration among the Economic Alliance, Kankakee Community College, business, and community to educate and train for a reduction of dependence on non-renewable energy sources and promote the expansion of green job employment and business practices in Kankakee County.

 GREEN NEWS:

UPS Digs Deep into Footprint, Sets High Goals for Fuel Efficiency

“Employee Engagement and Climate Change—Creating an Organizational and Environmental Win-Win”

Learn how to create comprehensive and compelling reasons for employees to get involved.

New Alternative Energy Technology You’ve Never Heard Of

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Learn how to create comprehensive and compelling reasons for employees to get involved.

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WEBSITES OF INTEREST:

ComEd Smart Ideas

With rising costs and growing competition, owning and operating a business is more challenging than ever before. When it comes to energy costs, ComEd’s Smart Ideas for Your Business can help you reduce your use. Working with you, we can show you how to create a more energy-efficient business with an improved bottom line.

SEDAC (Smart Energy Design Assistance Center)

The Smart Energy Design Assistance Center (SEDAC) provides advice and analyses enabling private and public facilities in the State of Illinois to increase their economic viability through the efficient use of energy resources. SEDAC is sponsored by the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity in partnership with ComEd and Ameren Illinois Utilities and provides valuable services at no cost to for-profit businesses and public facilities. SEDAC will identify opportunities to save energy and money by reducing overhead and operational costs.

DSIRE (Database of State Incentives for Renewables and Efficiency)

DSIRE is a comprehensive source of information on state, local, utility and federal incentives and policies that promote renewable energy and energy efficiency.

ENERGY STAR

ENERGY STAR is a joint program of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy helping us all save money and protect the environment through energy efficient products and practices.

Greenbiz

GreenBiz.com™, Business Voice of the Green Economy, is the leading source for news, opinion, best practices, and other resources on the greening of mainstream business. Launched in 2000, its mission is to provide clear, concise, accurate, and balanced information, resources, and learning opportunities to help companies of all sizes and sectors integrate environmental responsibility into their operations in a manner that supports profitable business practices.

Midwest Energy Efficiency Alliance (MEEA)

Through MEEA, utilities, local and state governments, non-profits, manufacturers, retailers, consultants and others all work together toward a shared vision for energy efficiency in the Midwest

Sustainable Life Media

Inspires and supports innovation for sustainability by linking people with ideas and solutions that are creating positive change in the global business marketplace.

Delta Institute

Transforming the Great Lakes into the vital center of an emerging green economy.

United States Green Building Council (USGBC)

Committed to a prosperous and sustainable future for our nation through cost-efficient and energy-saving green buildings.

River Valley Recycling

We are dedicated to helping communities put materials back into a reusable form and reduce the burden on landfills. We offer recycling centers that are efficient and convenient for customers.

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