At the Sustainable University Symposium, Lt. Governor Pat Quinn introduced the Illinois Sustainable University Compact, which outlines twelve environmental goals universities and community colleges may adopt on their campuses.

The Compact includes objectives such as purchasing renewable energy, implementing green building practices, developing sustainable transportation options, improving water conservation, and incorporating sustainable dining practices.

Lt. Governor Quinn has invited institutions of higher education across the state to identify and accomplish attainable environmental goals by 2010. To view the Illinois Sustainable University Compact, please click here.

These institutions have signed the Compact:

• Chicago State University
• Columbia College Chicago
• DePaul University
• Elgin Community College
• Governors State University
• Illinois State University
• John Wood Community College
• Kishwaukee College
• Northwestern University
• Robert Morris College
• Roosevelt University
• University of St. Francis
• Western Illinois University

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