2008 Press Release: Lt. Governor Quinn Visits Green Conference At OCC

For immediate release
March 8, 2008

Officials from the City of Des Plaines and Oakton Community College are pleased to announce that Illinois Lieutenant Governor Pat Quinn will join speakers from local government and the corporate environment at the Green Business Conference and Luncheon, 12:00 – 3:00 pm, Friday, March 28, at Oakton Community College, 1600 E. Golf Road, Des Plaines. Registration, which is $35 and includes lunch, presentations, and handouts, is limited and may be made by calling 847-635-1934.

Lieutenant Governor Quinn, a leading environmental proponent, heads up the State of Illinois’ efforts to promote environmentally responsible practices by businesses, colleges and universities, and municipalities. He joins Des Plaines Mayor Tony Arredia and 6th Ward Alderman Mark Walsten in discussing how businesses can work with state and local government and private industry to improve the region’s environmental efficiency. Demonstrating its commitment to this issue, the City of Des Plaines has authorized signing onto the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus’ Greenest Region Compact and will observe the World Wildlife Fund’s "Earth Hour" on March 29, 2008 by turning out the lights in municipal buildings from 7:00 – 8:00 pm. Des Plaines City Officials are also encouraging local businesses and residents to acknowledge Earth Hour.

Corporate speakers for the March 28 conference include environmental leaders such as Candice Alley, Program Coordinator, Global Initiatives, HSBC – North America, who will address the advantages of leadership in energy and environmental design (LEED) standards and how building professionals can become LEED accredited; and Debbie C. Hammond, Director of Global Environmental Health and Safety Governance for Abbott International, who will discuss steps the corporation has taken to reduce its environmental footprint in various aspects of its operations.

In addition, two panels of experts from business, government, and education will discuss practical, cost-effective ways to conserve resources and reduce waste and pollution. Participants include representatives from Oakton Community College, the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA), and Delta Institute, along with green businesses Horigan Urban Forest Products, EA Logistics, Onyx Environmental Solutions and Steiner Electric.

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