Chicago Conservation Corps Blog

It is time to start planning for our 2009-2010 C3 Student Clubs!

You Care. C3 is seeking passionate teachers (CPS 8th – 12th grades) who want to make a difference in their school community.
Do Something. Start an after-school environmental service club with your students.
We’ll Help. Access curriculum, materials, training workshops, and more from the Chicago Department of . . . → Read More: Teachers: Attend a C3 Student Clubs Orientation!

Someone in class mentioned the work of Van Jones, author of The Green Collar Economy, and formerly the head of Green Jobs for All (a post he left to take a position in the Obama administration). I just read an excellent interview with him that is insightful and full of advice that could be helpful . . . → Read More: Van Jones Interview

Hey there fellow C3 Trainees,

For those of you who are interested in learning more about energy efficiency, please feel free to check out my organization’s website at www.mwalliance.org. We are currently working on a new HVAC Certification Training Course with Peoples Gas, and we also administer the Change a Light, Change the World, Lights for . . . → Read More: Energy Efficiency Resources for C3 Trainees