WORKING WITH US

Working collaboratively to ensure that the Illinois community college system serves as a global leader
transforming the economy and education for a sustainable future.

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GREENING CAMPUSES

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PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT

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EXPANDED COLLABORATION

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STRONG PARTNERSHIPS

SUSTAINABILITY AREAS

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BUILDING SCIENCES

Understanding the physical behavior of the building and how this impacts energy efficiency, durability, comfort and indoor air quality.

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TRANSPORTATION

Supporting a cleaner, greener, and more efficient Illinois transportation infrastructure that utilizes alternative-fuels and electric vehicles.

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RENEWABLE ENERGY

Generating electricity from renewable energy sources from such areas as solar energy, wind, water, and geothermal resources.

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SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE AND FOOD

Promoting farming practices that protect the environment through the production of locally and sustainably grown food, feed, and fiber.                           

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NATURAL RESOURCES

Integrating the management of land, water, and other environmental resources to ensure long-term sustainability, ecosystems, biodiversity, and livelihoods.

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GENERAL SUSTAINABILITY

Assisting colleges in their efforts to promote environmental awareness and reduce waste and pollution to protect the health of local ecosystems.       

IGEN FACTS

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13,000

Students Educated

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27

Charging Stations

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2,000 kW

Renewable Systems

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400+

Business Engagements

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$11.5 M

Energy Projects

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150,000+

Community Collaborations

IGEN IMPACT

Combining the power of Illinois community colleges as credible education & training organizations with the power of the business sector to innovate and with local communities to identify their individual needs, IGEN partnerships have energized a new level of engagement and productivity in the green economy. IGEN has been supported college and community initiatives with funding from grants through the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency, the Office of the Illinois Secretary of State, and the U.S. Department of Energy, the U.S. Department of Labor, the U.S. Department of Education, the IL Science and Energy Innovation Foundation, and the Midwest Energy Efficiency Alliance.