Working collaboratively to ensure that the Illinois community college system serves as a global leader
transforming the economy and education for a sustainable future.
In spring 2022, through the generous support from the Illinois Green Economy Network, Rend Lake College, purchased and installed three (3) solar workstations on main campus. These workstations provide renewable energy for charging multiple devices and assist in the illumination of campus facilities
BUILDING SCIENCES
Understanding the physical behavior of the building and how this impacts energy efficiency, durability, comfort and indoor air quality.
TRANSPORTATION
Supporting a cleaner, greener, and more efficient Illinois transportation infrastructure that utilizes alternative-fuels and electric vehicles.
RENEWABLE ENERGY
Generating electricity from renewable energy sources from such areas as solar energy, wind, water, and geothermal resources.
SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE AND FOOD
Promoting farming practices that protect the environment through the production of locally and sustainably grown food, feed, and fiber.
NATURAL RESOURCES
Integrating the management of land, water, and other environmental resources to ensure long-term sustainability, ecosystems, biodiversity, and livelihoods.
GENERAL SUSTAINABILITY
Assisting colleges in their efforts to promote environmental awareness and reduce waste and pollution to protect the health of local ecosystems.
Students Educated
Charging Stations
Renewable Systems
Business Engagements
Energy Projects
Community Collaborations
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.
