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Marynia Kolak has a B.S. in Geology and zeal for constructing maps, quenching invasive species and counting microfossils. In addition to experience at surveys and rugged travel, she writes and strives for sustainability. Send tips to Marynia’s gmail. You can also follow her on twitter.

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Chicago steps up green game for Olympics

Ten days from now, the International Olympics Committee will choose the host city for the 2016 Olympics. As the...
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Pushing the frontier of sustainable filmmaking

Last week I spoke with Justin Schein, co-director and cinematographer of No Impact Man, a documentary about a NYC...
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No Impact Man visits Chicago

A documentary about the controversial No Impact project opens tomorrow evening at the Music Box, with a special appearance by the No Impact Man...
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77 years to clean up the Great Lakes

A new federal report by the inspector general details that, at the current pace, the most polluted sites of the...
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A sobering truth: Chicago under siege by global warming

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A report released today by the Union of Concerned Scientists paints a picture of doom and hot, sweaty gloom for Chicago, should global warming...
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Obama and Illinois get in line to sue air polluters

As the summer draws to a close, the Obama administration and the state of Illinois get in line to file a lawsuit against Midwest Generation, a local...
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ecocity 101: Chicago outdoor adventures

It's the last (unofficial) weekend of summer. Whatever you do, don't stay inside! Enjoy the 70 degree weather and consider a day or two spent...
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Midwest coal plant installs mercury controls

Amidst building criticism and an upcoming lawsuit regarding a few polluting plants, Midwest Generation took a step in the right direction last month...
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Energy standards raised for Illinois homes

Last Friday, Governor Quinn signed the Energy Efficient Building Act, a house bill that is the product of years of...
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Quinn fortifies Illinois environmental laws

Illinois Governor Pat Quinn signed legislation on Sunday to further boost environmental protection laws in the...
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