Small changes have positive impacts on the environment
Everyday Environment explores the intricate web of connections that bind us to the natural world. From water, air, energy, plants, and animals to the complex interactions within these elements, we aim to unravel the ties that link us to our environment. Through podcasts, blogs, webinars, and videos, you'll gain a deeper understanding of and appreciation for these connections in Illinois and beyond. Each fall and spring, we'll explore a new topic in detail.
In the spring of 2025, we're diving into everything about water! Learn more about how water works related to where it comes from, agriculture, aquatic invasive species, rain gardens, watersheds, community science opportunities, and more. Together, we can protect and preserve our vital water resources.
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Now, Everyday Environment has even more tools and recommendations for you to explore, engage, and be a steward of the environment with small changes that have positive impacts on the world around us.
Webinars
The Everyday Environment webinars explore environmental topics to encourage sustainable practices. Tune in and learn how you can do your part to protect the planet for generations to enjoy. All sessions are free.
Follow the Drop: Illinois Water from Source to Tap | March 13 at 1 p.m.
Illinois is a diverse state when it comes to water resources, and where your water comes from depends on how much is available, the quality of a water source, and its contamination risk. Explore sources of drinking water in Illinois, get an understanding of what your community water or well water goes through from source to tap, and find out how geology or natural contaminants limit the availability of drinkable water.
Actions to Reduce Water Pollution | May 8 at 1 p.m.
What’s in your water? How can your actions help reduce and prevent water pollution? Discover what the most common water pollutants are and how you can prevent water pollution by paying attention to what you put down the drain at home and how you manage your yard. Explore how the water treatment process cleans water before it returns to lakes, rivers, and streams.
Looking for previous programs? Recordings are posted several weeks after the program to allow time for closed captioning. The most recent sessions are available below.
Do you know where your drinking water comes from? Illinois is a diverse state when it comes to water resources, and where your water comes from depends on how much is available, the quality of a water source, and its contamination risk. Explore sources of drinking water in Illinois, get an...
Climate Change in Illinois
In the fall of 2024, Everyday Environment explored the different facets of climate change. Take a look at the full collection of climate change videos, blogs, and podcasts below.
Climate Change Blogs
Reduce methane generation with composting
Exploring the Potential of Agrivoltaics
Renewable energy offers benefits for our future
How agricultural carbon markets are investing in policy and interest for farmers
Saving the planet is child's play! Empower youth about climate change
Adapting to climate change can have added health benefits
Pollinators' complicated relationship with climate change
What to expect with invasives and climate change
Soil carbon addresses climate resiliency for the future
The urban forest is a climate tool for all
Climate Change Podcast Episodes
Coffee grounds are green: composting reduces methane and builds up soil
Investigating solar energy and agriculture: agrivoltaics and climate change
Exploring carbon markets as part of emissions reduction goals
Cover Crops not Mudslides: empowering youth on climate change
It’s all about risk: how climate change increases our risk of health concerns and how we can adapt
Exploring the challenges facing pollinators
Will invasive species be helped or hindered by climate change?
Understanding soil as a system
708 million tons of carbon storage: Urban Forests and climate change
Too Much of a Good Thing: A Plant’s Perspective on Climate Change
Shifting to a Silver Lining: Climate Expert Talks Climate Change Basics
Climate Change Videos
An Introduction to Climate Change in Illinois
How renewable energy transitions are happening in rural Illinois
Can your lawn be climate friendly?
An Interview with a Buckthorn Tree
Reduce your energy use to help fight climate change
Webinar: What Illinois Residents Should Know about Climate Change
Webinar: Actions for Illinois Residents to Combat Climate Change
Discover what climate change means for Illinois now and in the future and explore practical solutions. Learn how you can play a vital role in helping your community be healthier and more resilient to the effects of climate change. Don't miss this opportunity to be part of the conversation and...
While there are many strategies to reduce risk and adapt at global and regional scales, individuals can also take action.
In this video you will learn how you can address climate change in your home, landscape, and community, explore how different methods of managing your lawn,...
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