Illinois Green News

The Willis Tower, formerly known as the Sears Tower, has been an iconic part of the Chicago skyline for many years. And now, thanks to plans for a major energy efficiency overhaul, it may give visitors and residents in the...

Ever wanted to treat the kids to a picnic at a nearby park or open space, but dreaded the hassle of pulling the giant camping cooler out of the attic? Love to go fishing with your buddies, but cringe at...

According to a new study by the International Energy Agency , greenhouse gas emissions fell by about 2.6 percent, the steepest drop in emissions in 40 years. Fatih Birol, the Agency’s Chief Economist, told the Financial Times that the financial...

Since 1917, American Forests has been researching and documenting trees that witnessed history. As part of their Historic Tree Program, they propagate and sell the offspring of trees connected to famous people, events, and places. So far American Forests’ collection...

Coming soon to the National Mall in Washington, DC--the 2009 Solar Decathlon, student-designed solar homes sponsored by the Department of Energy. The competition involves 20 teams of students from national (and a few international) colleges and universities competing to design,...

Theft-proof and puncture proof tires are just part of the design Olympic cyclist Chris Boardman has built into his dream bicycle. The bike has a built-in locking system that can only be unlocked by the owner's fingerprint. It also has...

A new Universal Mobile Phone Charger that will work with any kind of mobile phone has been approved for production by the International Telecommunication Union. The UN based body has finally given the green light to this ambitious project as...