Organization | • | Illinois Environmental Protection Agency | [X] |
| | 161: | | Title: | | | | | Volume/Number: | 2003 August | | | | Issuing Agency: | | | | | Description: | Each summer, upper-level university students work on projects to help companies identify, research and incorporate pollution prevention technologies and practices. The program, facilitated by the Illinois EPA's Office of Pollution Prevention, employs students as temporary full-time employees of the sponsoring facility. Students and Employers explain how the P2 program has helped Illinois businesses save millions of dollars and reduce environmental releases by over 200,000 pounds. 13:13 | | | | Date Created: | 03 01 2012 | | | | Agency ID: | | | | | ISL ID: | 000000040429 Original UID: 20550 FIRST WORD: Pollution | |
| 162: | | Title: | | | | | Volume/Number: | 2003 July | | | | Issuing Agency: | | | | | Description: | Biodiesel is a fuel of the future that is already benefiting air quality and the economy of Illinois. Made from soybeans, often grown by Illinois farmers and using technologies and manufacturing in Illinois, Illinois EPA is encouraging the use of biodiesel in transit buses, school buses and other vehicle. Biodiesel reduces hydrocarbons, carbon monoxide and particulate emissions and eliminates sulfates from the tailpipes of diesel-burning vehicles. The program includes an interview with Director Cipriano, as well as Chicago metro area industry leaders, vendors and municipal leaders. 9:46 | | | | Date Created: | 03 01 2012 | | | | Agency ID: | | | | | ISL ID: | 000000040431 Original UID: 20551 FIRST WORD: Biodiesel | |
| 163: | | Title: | | | | | Volume/Number: | 2003 May | | | | Issuing Agency: | | | | | Description: | More than 5 million tons of useful materials are kept out of landfills every year because of recycling. So where does it go? Consumers are now purchasing products that are made out of recycled commodities: green soda bottles are made into carpet, plastic bags and milk jugs make plastic lumber. Learn about the three-fold benefits of recycling and how worms do their part, too! 10:37 | | | | Date Created: | 03 01 2012 | | | | Agency ID: | | | | | ISL ID: | 000000040432 Original UID: 20552 FIRST WORD: Recycling | |
| 164: | | Title: | | | | | Volume/Number: | 2003 April | | | | Issuing Agency: | | | | | Description: | Students throughout the Capital city and its surrounding communities are participating in projects at school to learn about the environmental and what they can do to help keep it healthy. Projects range from gardening and composting with worms, to community service and recycling programs. Find out how area teachers combine these experiences with traditional curriculums, and how students are responding to this integrated classroom education. 13:31 | | | | Date Created: | 03 01 2012 | | | | Agency ID: | | | | | ISL ID: | 000000040434 Original UID: 20553 FIRST WORD: Kids | |
| 165: | | Title: | | | | | Volume/Number: | 2003 March | | | | Issuing Agency: | | | | | Description: | Since 1999, WNV has been detected in humans, horses, birds, or mosquitoes in 47 states and the District of Columbia. While less than 1% of people bitten by infected mosquitoes develop serious complications from the virus, everyone needs to protect themselves to minimize the risk of spread and infection. Specialists from the Illinois Department of Health and the IEPA discuss the causes of outbreaks and ways to avoid the West Nile Virus risk. Fight the Bite! 15:27 | | | | Date Created: | 03 01 2012 | | | | Agency ID: | | | | | ISL ID: | 000000040435 Original UID: 20554 FIRST WORD: West | |
| 166: | | Title: | | | | | Volume/Number: | 2003 February | | | | Issuing Agency: | | | | | Description: | Who would think that the garbage people throw away every day can eventually create electricity? Open landfills throughout the state are capturing methane in their collection systems and converting it to electricity. Even closed landfills are being considered as untapped sources of energy. Learn how garbage turns into gas, and the future hope for this form of Green Energy. 13:09 | | | | Date Created: | 03 01 2012 | | | | Agency ID: | | | | | ISL ID: | 000000040436 Original UID: 20555 FIRST WORD: Methane | |
| 167: | | Title: | | | | | Volume/Number: | 2003 January | | | | Issuing Agency: | | | | | Description: | Springfield is home to a solar-powered convenience store owned and operated by the BP Corporation, one of over 300 BP retail sites worldwide that have been built or retrofitted with solar panels. But, it's not the only place in Springfield that has incorporated solar power. This program provides interviews with state and local agencies regarding the use of solar power within the Capital city, and the financial assistance that is available to encourage using renewable energy sources. 12:47 | | | | Date Created: | 03 01 2012 | | | | Agency ID: | | | | | ISL ID: | 000000040437 Original UID: 20556 FIRST WORD: Solar | |
| 168: | | Title: | | | | | Volume/Number: | 2001 January | | | | Issuing Agency: | | | | | Description: | In the mid 1990's, the Illinois General Assembly banned the disposal of used tires in Illinois landfills. The main reason was to help contain the spread of the Asian tiger mosquito, but it was also recognized that tires could provide a significant economic opportunity for recycling. Todd Marvel, Manager of the Illinois EPA Used Tire Program, offers important information on the topic. 12:45 | | | | Date Created: | 03 08 2012 | | | | Agency ID: | | | | | ISL ID: | 000000040448 Original UID: 20667 FIRST WORD: Used | |
| 169: | | Title: | | | | | Volume/Number: | 2002 December | | | | Issuing Agency: | | | | | Description: | All forms of mercury are fairly toxic. Exposure to mercury can cause stomach problems, skin rashes, and can have serious effects on the central nervous system. Find out how Illinois Green schools protect their students and faculty by getting rid of mercury and other hazardous educational wastes in the classroom. 11:02 | | | | Date Created: | 03 08 2012 | | | | Agency ID: | | | | | ISL ID: | 000000040452 Original UID: 20646 FIRST WORD: Mercury | |
| 170: | | Title: | | | | | Volume/Number: | 2002 November | | | | Issuing Agency: | | | | | Description: | Green Illinois is designed to increase awareness and promote efforts to reduce waste, use alternative fuels, improve energy efficiency, and generally use products and procedures that are environmentally sustainable and economically efficient. This program highlights the following initiatives: Green Youth Awards, Green Demonstration Grant Program, Green Schools, and Green Government Awards. Learn about a 15 year old from Newton who took the challenge and designed and built a 5-acre wetland on her family's farm. 13:39 | | | | Date Created: | 03 08 2012 | | | | Agency ID: | | | | | ISL ID: | 000000040463 Original UID: 20647 FIRST WORD: Green | |
| 171: | | Title: | | | | | Volume/Number: | 2002 October | | | | Issuing Agency: | | | | | Description: | October 18, 2002 was the 30th anniversary of the signing of the Clean Water Act. This landmark legislation, with a goal of making the nation's water fishable, swimmable and drinkable, helped to make significant strides in the improvement of water quality in Illinois. Illinois EPA representatives discuss past and present water quality, and talk about the challenges of the future. 7:22 | | | | Date Created: | 03 08 2012 | | | | Agency ID: | | | | | ISL ID: | 000000040464 Original UID: 20648 FIRST WORD: Year | |
| 172: | | Title: | | | | | Volume/Number: | 2002 September | | | | Issuing Agency: | | | | | Description: | The former BP/Amoco refinery site in Wood River was designated in 2001 by USEPA as one of only five Resource Conservation Recovery Act Brownfield Pilot Projects in the nation. The ongoing cleanup and redevelopment of the site, a result of collaboration between the private and public sectors, has resulted in a successful "Brownfields" showcase project. Find out how this site went from a contaminated status to a community possibility. 9:02 | | | | Date Created: | 03 08 2012 | | | | Agency ID: | | | | | ISL ID: | 000000040465 Original UID: 20649 FIRST WORD: Wood | |
| 173: | | Title: | | | | | Volume/Number: | 2002 August | | | | Issuing Agency: | | | | | Description: | The Illinois EPA and the Partners for Clean Air co-sponsor the Green Pays on Green Days program as an educational initiative to target individual citizens to reduce air pollution in the Greater Chicagoland area. This program looks at ways that individual contributions and responsible actions can benefit the environment for generations to come. Interviews with Illinois EPA director Renee Cipriano are included. 8:51 | | | | Date Created: | 03 08 2012 | | | | Agency ID: | | | | | ISL ID: | 000000040467 Original UID: 20650 FIRST WORD: Green | |
| 174: | | Title: | | | | | Volume/Number: | 2002 July | | | | Issuing Agency: | | | | | Description: | In 1998, Illinois EPA identified orphaned landfill sites as critical environmental problems that needed to be addressed. The Centralia landfill is one of 33 landfills that no longer accepted waste but was never properly closed. Significant erosion and exposed wastes allowed rainwater and ponded water to infiltrate the landfill and contaminate groundwater and nearby streams. Learn what steps were taken to clean-up the situation at Centralia, as well as 2 other nearby abandoned landfills. 9:04 | | | | Date Created: | 03 08 2012 | | | | Agency ID: | | | | | ISL ID: | 000000040468 Original UID: 20651 FIRST WORD: Centralia | |
| 175: | | Title: | | | | | Volume/Number: | 2002 June | | | | Issuing Agency: | | | | | Description: | Green building uses cutting-edge techniques that conserve natural resources, increase energy efficiency, and improve the workplace environment. This program interviews architects, engineers and other state agency representatives who support the "green" building movement, and offer suggestions on what kinds of products and applications are being utilized in current projects. 14:02 | | | | Date Created: | 03 08 2012 | | | | Agency ID: | | | | | ISL ID: | 000000040469 Original UID: 20652 FIRST WORD: Green | |
| 176: | | Title: | | | | | Volume/Number: | 2002 May | | | | Issuing Agency: | | | | | Description: | During the month of April, Illinois EPA sponsored and participated in various environmental events including Earth Day, Earth Awareness Fair, Earth Stewardship Day, and the Partners for Clean Air Breakfast. This show features interviews with those involved in the various proceedings. 10:08 | | | | Date Created: | 03 08 2012 | | | | Agency ID: | | | | | ISL ID: | 000000040470 Original UID: 20653 FIRST WORD: Earth | |
| 177: | | Title: | | | | | Volume/Number: | 2002 April | | | | Issuing Agency: | | | | | Description: | The Illinois Green Fleets program recognizes businesses and government units throughout Illinois that have implemented clean, alternative fuels into their fleet operations. In order to qualify, a fleet must have alternative fuel vehicles (AFV's) as a portion of its vehicles and alternative fuel must be used. Find out who is involved in the program and why citizens should consider using alternative fuels as well. 8:06 | | | | Date Created: | 03 08 2012 | | | | Agency ID: | | | | | ISL ID: | 000000040471 Original UID: 20654 FIRST WORD: Green | |
| 178: | | Title: | | | | | Volume/Number: | 2002 March | | | | Issuing Agency: | | | | | Description: | Governor George Ryan signed executive orders while in office directing state agencies to incorporate environmentally sustainable practices into day-to-day operations. This program spotlights the Green Illinois initiative and it's two components: Green Government and Green Communities. Some efforts include paper recycling, driving flexible fuel vehicles and using compact fluorescent light bulbs. 10:50 | | | | Date Created: | 03 08 2012 | | | | Agency ID: | | | | | ISL ID: | 000000040473 Original UID: 20655 FIRST WORD: Green | |
| 179: | | Title: | | | | | Volume/Number: | 2002 February | | | | Issuing Agency: | | | | | Description: | A look at the Unsewered Community Grant Program, a program that will financially help communities throughout Illinois replace existing polluting septic systems with sewage treatment facilities. 5:35 | | | | Date Created: | 03 08 2012 | | | | Agency ID: | | | | | ISL ID: | 000000040474 Original UID: 20656 FIRST WORD: Unsewered | |
| 180: | | Title: | | | | | Volume/Number: | 2002 January | | | | Issuing Agency: | | | | | Description: | This award was created in 1997 to honor groups that develop Brownfields sites across the nation. Winners are chosen on a regional basis and then compete for the grand prize at the National Annual Brownfields Conference. An Illinois project, the Alton Center Business Park, won a Phoenix Community Impact Award in 2001 and is highlighted in this show. 9:54 | | | | Date Created: | 03 08 2012 | | | | Agency ID: | | | | | ISL ID: | 000000040475 Original UID: 20657 FIRST WORD: Brownfields | |
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