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Oak Park Climate Action Network
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Oak Park Climate Action Network (OPCAN) is a volunteer group of Oak Park, Illinois, residents working to eliminate our community’s contribution to the global climate crisis through equitable policies and practices. https://opcan.org/
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@theguardian.com is killin' it with coverage of #COP30.

Big emitters LOVE emissions trading.

This piece is consistent with my own research that shows that IETA, which has big fossil as members, and pushes for emissions trading has more delegates than any other NGO at COP *for two decades*
Fossil fuel lobbyists outnumber all Cop30 delegations except Brazil, report says
One in every 25 participants at 2025 UN climate summit is a fossil fuel lobbyist, according to Kick Big Polluters Out
www.theguardian.com
November 14, 2025 at 2:24 PM
opcan.bsky.social
Window #HeatPumps could change the game in electrifying home heating systems.
Window units could be the future of heat pumps
Compact heat pumps that slot into windows could be a planet-friendly way to efficiently heat and cool apartment buildings without breaking the bank, experts say.
www.washingtonpost.com
November 12, 2025 at 8:49 PM
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The US is the world's largest oil and gas producer. Yet, "China is now making more money from exporting green technology than America makes from exporting fossil fuels."
China’s clean-energy revolution will reshape markets and politics
The world’s biggest manufacturer now has an interest in the world decarbonising
www.economist.com
November 7, 2025 at 11:05 AM
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LETTER: “Youth climate activist urges leaders to prioritize science over politics.” So proud of @sophiamathur.bsky.social for speaking truth to power. We made a pinky promise 8 yrs ago to do our part to tackle the climate crisis & she lives up to it every day! www.baytoday.ca/letters-to-t...
LETTER: Youth climate activist urges leaders to prioritize science over politics
'Climate change is here, it is deadly, and it is stealing the dreams of young people like me'
www.baytoday.ca
November 6, 2025 at 12:33 AM
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Stay warm this fall and winter by sealing up drafts and upgrading your furnace. The Village of Oak Park has Climate Ready Energy Grants to support insulation, efficient windows and doors, and upgrading from a gas furnace to an electric heat pump. Learn more at:
oak-park.us/energygrants
October 27, 2025 at 7:14 PM
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The politicization of #DisasterRelief.
October 24, 2025 at 9:19 PM
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If you live in Oak Park, we have the same service. See Oak Park compost dropoff sites here.

#composting #oakpark #oakparkil
October 20, 2025 at 7:37 PM
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Clean energy and community electrification will help us on the path to zero emissions. #cleanenergy #electrifyeverything
climaterealityproject.org The Climate Reality Project @climaterealityproject.org · Oct 17
Fact: #CleanEnergy is the cheapest form of new electricity almost everywhere. Fact: America needs lots of new energy and fast. Shouldn’t we prioritize the cheapest option? bit.ly/4ommJES
October 17, 2025 at 11:02 PM
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This Thursday! Retrofit & Revitalize Chicago: A Lawndale 2-Flat Case Study.

Join Illinois Green Alliance for a virtual education program that will dive into the process for implementing comprehensive upgrades to existing buildings through deep energy retrofits.

#GreenEnergy
Neon Events
secure.illinoisgreenalliance.org
October 15, 2025 at 3:27 PM
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OPCAN's latest blog post should answer all your questions about community solar.

#solarenergy #communitysolar #oakpark #oakparkil
Community Solar FAQs — Oak Park Climate Action Network
What is community solar? Who can sign up? What is the benefit? We have answers to these frequently asked questions and more! Learn more about how you can get energy from the sun, reduce emissions, and...
opcan.org
October 10, 2025 at 4:24 PM
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A new net-zero apartment building is opening in Oak Park. Check out the article in the Wednesday Journal at OP-CAN Links in our bio entitled, "ResCorp opens doors to new apartment building on Austin."

#netzero #construction #oakpark #oakparkil #oakparkillinois
ResCorp opens doors to new apartment building on Austin - Wednesday Journal
The first residents are moving this week into “The Pierce,” Oak Park Residence Corporation’s newly-constructed, environmentally-friendly building that its staff and board first envisioned more than fi...
www.oakpark.com
October 8, 2025 at 11:18 PM
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Although federal tax credits for buying an EV expire today, you may be able to take advantage of the Illinois state rebate program. The next rebate application cycle will open on October 28, 2025 and run until January 31, 2026.

#electricvehicles #rebates #illinois
Electric Vehicle Rebate Program
1/11/23 NOTICE: The current number of applications that have been received by the Illinois EPA seeking a rebate under the Electric Vehicle Rebate Program has surpassed the amount of available funding....
epa.illinois.gov
October 3, 2025 at 7:49 PM
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If you didn't get to attend our webinar on community solar, Solar Is for Everyone, you can access the recording here:
bit.ly/solarrecording

#solarenergy #solarpanels #oakpark #oakparkil #oaparkillinois
October 2, 2025 at 5:51 PM
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Don't miss out on soon-to-vanish federal tax credits for clean energy upgrades! TODAY is the deadline for saving on the purchase of a new or used EV, and other credits are expiring soon. #cleanenergy #taxcredits
September 30, 2025 at 11:00 PM
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Say NO to a rate hike by Nicor! Add your name to the petition organized by IL Public Interest Research Group (PIRG):
pirg.org/illinois/tak...

#energycosts #methanegas #oakpark #oakparkil #oakparkillinois
No Nicor rate hike for unnecessary fossil fuel infrastructure
Nicor Gas is pushing a $317 million rate hike -- what would be the largest gas utility rate hike in Illinois history.
pirg.org
September 27, 2025 at 12:14 AM
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Our Climate. Our Housing. Our Future. Please join us for the Oak Park Energy Efficiency Roundtable on Thirsday, Sept 25, 6-8pm, at Dole branch library.

Register here: www.eventbrite.com/e/our-climat...

#cleanenergy #greenenergy #oakpatk #oakparkil #oakparkillinois
September 23, 2025 at 2:50 AM
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We celebrated @sundayofaction.bsky.social by hosting a webinar about community solar! This program allows you to power your home through solar energy *without* solar panels on your roof.

Thanks to Grace Concialdi of @cubillinois.bsky.social for joining us!

#sundayofaction #communitysolar
September 22, 2025 at 1:06 AM
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TODAY is Sun Day! ✴️ Thousands of people are coming together at 469 events across the U.S. and beyond to celebrate the power of clean energy. Today shines a bright light on the future that we all want - a cleaner, fairer, future for all. ☀️ Join an event near you today: sunday.earth
Today is Sun Day 9/21 - sunday.earth
September 21, 2025 at 12:42 PM
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No roof? No sunlight? No problem! You can still power your home with solar energy! Find out more in our webinar this Sunday, 9/21, at 3pm.

Read our recent op ed here:
www.oakpark.com/2025/09/16/c...

And sign up for the webinar at:
bit.ly/opcan-solar

#solarpanels #cleanenergy
Community solar is solar for everyone - Wednesday Journal
If you have a ComEd account, you can get solar energy — even if you don’t own your own roof! It’s called community solar, a way for renters, condo owners, or anyone else who can’t put solar panels on ...
www.oakpark.com
September 18, 2025 at 10:14 PM
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Do you want to install #solarpanels but are a renter? Do you want to install solar panels but you can't afford it or you home isn't conducive?

You can still power your home with solar energy by signing up for community solar.

Join our webinar this Sunday, September 21, 3-4pm. Register below.
Solar Is for Everyone!
Learn all about community solar, how to pick a provider and sign up, and more. Register below for this free webinar, on Sunday, September 21, 3-4pm. Hear from Grace Concialdi, Solar Outreach Coordinat...
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September 17, 2025 at 6:38 PM
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Heat pumps are an amazing heating and cooling technology. They have started to be used more frequently in single-family homes, but what are the options for those in apartments?

Meet the window-mounted heat pump. Read more in our new blog post.

#cleanenergy #heatpumps #electrifyeverything #oakpark
A New Kind of Window Air Conditioner that Heats and Cools — Oak Park Climate Action Network
Window air conditioners that provide both heating and cooling are finally here. They are called Saddle-style window-mounted cold climate heat pumps. In addition to providing both heating and cooling, ...
opcan.org
September 16, 2025 at 8:35 PM
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The Morton Grove Sustainability Expo is tomorrow, Saturday, September 13th!

#sustainability #cleanenergy

Get more info here:
www.mortongroveil.org/environmentn...
September 12, 2025 at 8:57 PM
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"I have a ComEd account. I can't get solar panels. I want to save money on my electricity costs." Is this you?? If so, you should be subscribing to COMMUNITY SOLAR. Register for the free webinar SOLAR IS FOR EVERYONE!, on Sun, Sept 21, 3-4pm. Register now, share now! Visit opcan.org/communitysolar
Sept 21 3pm: SOLAR IS FOR EVERYONE! — Oak Park Climate Action Network
Learn all about community solar, how to pick a provider and sign up, and more at an upcoming free webinar, SOLAR IS FOR EVERYONE! Organized by Oak Park Climate Action Network, it takes place at 3pm ...
opcan.org
September 11, 2025 at 2:09 AM
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Considering installing rooftop solar? The 30% solar tax credit for installing solar expires on Dec 31, 2025! To help you find an installer, here's a list of the top vendors in every Illinois county based on projects completed.

#solarenergy #solarpanels #cleanenergy #illinois #oakpark #oakparkil
Top solar installers in every Illinois county - Illinois Solar Map
Homeowners have until Dec 31, 2025 to install solar panels and receive a 30% tax credit. Many are already rushing to get solar panels before this deadline hits, and some solar contractors are already ...
ilsolarmap.com
September 3, 2025 at 9:25 PM