Stay current with what's new in local clean energy projects from neighborhood businesses, schools and residences. The links below represent the articles appearing in the current issue of The Connexion Green Scene newsletter as well as 1 issue back.
Local Chicago Area Energy News Overview
Solar roofs and wind turbines in back yards, local businesses investing in energy efficiency, each doing their part to lessen our dependence on foreign oil and fossil fuels, It’s a movement that’s gaining momentum not only for the environmental benefits but also for the substantial savings on utility bills.
The Connexion Green Scene local news section reports on the latest energy savings projects and trends used by your local business, school and your next door neighbor.
The Chicago Region’s “Green” Economic Opportunities
Metropolis Strategies is pleased to sponsor this report on the Chicago Region’s Green Economy. It serves two of Metropolis Strategies’ current interests: growing the Chicago regional economy and promoting sustainable practices in the region. This report offers a disciplined way to analyze the green economy opportunities best suited to the Chicago region. It uses economic analysis to see where we might have a competitive advantage over other metropolitan regions in growing new firms or expanding markets for existing firms. The report identifies 12 sectors that look promising for Chicago and delves more deeply into one promising opportunity for growth -- energy efficient lighting.
The Chicago Region’s “Green” Economic Opportunities 
