While air temperatures in Illinois vary greatly, shallow groundwater temperatures are nearly constant. Groundwater source geothermal heat pump systems can exploit this temperature difference for energy-efficient space ...

This report is an overview of the biodiesel production process on a small-scale basis.

Sometimes justifying the cost of pollution prevention projects is like playing hide and seek. The benefits and savings are hidden in your process, and you need to find them. Companies typically evaluate projects based on ...

Forward osmosis is the natural diffusion of water through a semi-permeable membrane from a solution of a lower solute concentration to a solution with a higher solute concentration. Taking advantage of this natural process, ...

Madeline Kull didn't know much about sustainability initiatives before starting an internship at the Illinois Sustainable Technology Center, but found that the field fit her like a recycled glove. Through the internship, ...

The Illinois Sustainable Technology Center (ISTC) has developed a Green Development and Construction Program. The program offers environmental assistance and education to Illinois developers and builders of residential, ...

This fact sheet offers suggestions to help teachers integrate environmental education into their everyday classroom activities.