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Illinois State Museum
Contact:
Alexander Ruger
Curator of Science Education
alexander.ruger@illinois.gov
765-914-4439
Region Served:
Springfield, Illinois
Website:
www.illinoisstatemuseum.org
Focus Area: Internal and External Engagement
Completed
Planned
Internal and External Engagement
Establish a green team to support employee-related climate action
Educate visitors on sustainable, fossil-free horticulture (by end of 2025)
Educate visitors on growing organic food (by end of 2025)
Educate visitors on the impacts of food choices and waste on climate change (by end of 2025)
Teach facts and best practices to mitigate and reduce global climate change (by end of 2024)
Additional Goals for This Institution
Buildings and Energy
Water
Food Service
Transportation
Waste
Eliminate the sale and use of bottled water
Landscapes and Horticulture
Investments
Research
Conduct region-specific research related to climate change (by end of 2026)
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