Prairie Rivers Network

Prairie Rivers Network

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"To mitigate the worst of climate change, we must weave together the intertwined issues of equity, resilience, and environmental protection. The road ahead requires both optimism and vigilance as we work towards a more sustainable Illinois."

Maggie Bruns, Executive Director

Maggie Bruns, Executive Director

About Prairie Rivers Network

Founded in 1967 and based in Champaign-Urbana, Illinois, Prairie Rivers Network (PRN) is a leading organization in Illinois dedicated to addressing the interconnected climate, water, and biodiversity crises. PRN works statewide, focusing on climate and energy, habitat and biodiversity, and clean water and river health. Notable achievements include securing a settlement for coal ash removal from the Middle Fork of the Vermilion River and producing the "Quad Cities Climate Vulnerability Assessment" to guide communities in climate resilience. PRN is also a champion for equity in the clean energy transition.

>> Learn more: PRN Website | Instagram

About Prairie Rivers Network

Founded in 1967 and based in Champaign-Urbana, Illinois, Prairie Rivers Network (PRN) is a leading organization in Illinois dedicated to addressing the interconnected climate, water, and biodiversity crises. PRN works statewide, focusing on climate and energy, habitat and biodiversity, and clean water and river health. Notable achievements include securing a settlement for coal ash removal from the Middle Fork of the Vermilion River and producing the "Quad Cities Climate Vulnerability Assessment" to guide communities in climate resilience. PRN is also a champion for equity in the clean energy transition.

>> Learn more: PRN Website | Instagram

Rivian Foundation's grant

Rivian Foundation's support is helping Prairie Rivers Network to secure resources and technical assistance for rural and coal communities, enabling them to lead in the clean energy future. This funding also supports engaging under-resourced communities in cleaning up fossil fuel infrastructure and advocating for stronger government protections, raising awareness of agricultural pollution impacts and educating Quad Cities leaders about climate risks while assisting them in securing funding for nature-based solutions.

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