The Illinois Climate and Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA) was signed into law in Illinois in September 15, 2021. It was the result of years of outreach in communities across the state, and back-and-forth negotiations amongst its builders. It’s a shining example the...
Summary We need to change our lifestyles and the way we work, live and play in order to live within planetary boundaries (stopping human-caused climate change, destroying air, water, nature, etc.). We can totally get to a point where everyone on the planets’...
This course aims to provide learners with a basic introduction to worker-owned cooperatives, what they are, how they work, and why anyone would want to be involved in one. Points for completion: 50; If you are a registered member (registration is free) you will gain...
You can get the background information you need to do a Community Climate SWOT (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, threats). A SWOT analysis is a key part of any strategic plan. A Community Climate SWOT is a lot like a traditional SWOT analysis but with climate...
This course is a pared-down version of the “Clean Energy and Jobs” course. It only includes the lessons and topics related to Illinois and the Clean Energy Jobs Act and the Toolkit. Who is this course for? Everyone interested in clean energy and jobs, but...
Are you interested in starting a new group or getting your existing group to do start a new effort? In this Intro-To-Go: You will be shown examples of how others are starting groups to accomplish a variety of goals, You will get lots of ideas for new groups or...
This course provides some reading material about Illinois Solar for All provided by the Citizens Utility Board and by the Illinois Solar for All website. Please read and share. Time to completion: 10-30 minutes Points upon completion: 30; If you are a registered...
This course provides introductory information for schools in Illinois interested in solar and in teaching about solar. Time to completion: 10-30 minutes Points for completion: 30; If you are a registered member (registration is free) you will gain points for...
Summary Who is this course for? This course is for everyone ready to start their energy transition. It covers the many inter-related topics and issues that go along with clean energy. The transition is not just as simple as switching on the lights. It’s going to...
Learn about the many ways in which the fossil fuel industry has deliberately misinformed the public in order to keep selling their products regardless of the costs to human health and the environment. Points for completion: 30; If you are a registered member...
This mini-course provides learners with information about how to counter lies and myths about clean energy and climate change that is holding back forward progress. Points for completion: 30 points; If you are a registered member (registration is free) you will gain...
Read about the Ameren Illinois Residential Energy Efficiency Program and find ways to reduce your energy use and lower your energy bills. Points for completion: 15; If you are a registered member (registration is free) you will gain points for completion of lessons...
This course is a quick introduction to the subject of solar tax incentives and rebates. Points for completion: 15; If you are a registered member (registration is free) you will gain points for completion of lessons and topics and can participate in the group...
This course has been developed in partnership between The Climate Economy Education Inc and AES Solar. We’re launching it during the Coal2Sol fundraiser so that anyone who completes it from 9/21 until 10/16 can dedicate their points to their favorite nonprofit....
Your donations go towards education and training, student jobs in the climate economy, and investments in student-led community-based climate ventures that are good for the climate, economy and humanity!