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71% of Great Lakes beaches had bacteria risks for swimmers at least one day in 2024
Our team reflects on the joy of a day at our Great Lakes and the need to make them consistently safe for swimming.

From Wisconsin to Capetown: The first International Plastic Pellet Count
In May, Environment America Research & Policy Center, U.S. PIRG Education Fund and our partners organized the first International Plastic Pellet Count.
RELEASE: Pathogens posed risk at 100% of Illinois beaches in 2024
Findings highlight need for continued water infrastructure investment

Names for the 2025 Chicago Piping Plover chicks

Stories from Illinois plastic pellet counts
Spoiler alert: We found plastic pellets in Illinois waterways
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Ocean appreciation workbook for kids

Tree appreciation workbook for kids

Protecting pollinators workbook for kids

Red Tape and Rooftop Solar: How instant permitting can help more Illinois families go solar faster

How young environmentalists can protect trees and forests

Wetland wildlife coloring pages
Environment Illinois winter 2025 newsletter
