Illinois PIRG State Director
Illinois PIRG Latest Blog Posts
3/31/2022
Illinois’ moratorium on new nuclear power plant construction is sound policy that should be maintained. The United States has no long-term plan for the safe storage of nuclear waste, nuclear power is cost-prohibitive, and Illinois can better meet its long-term energy needs through 100% renewable energy.
3/29/2022
It’s time for Congress to enact a common-sense solution to bring down drug prices
3/28/2022
Electric vehicle batteries can serve as a key source of storage for renewable energy. Zero-emission school buses are the perfect application
Farmers just want to be able to fix their stuff. Tractor dealer consolidation is getting in the way.
3/28/2022
3/25/2022
3/16/2022
There is a lot of information out there about what the war in Ukraine means for U.S. energy and climate action. Here are the facts.
3/15/2022
In a new report, we question whether “Buy Now Pay Later” plans make “no fees or interest!” claims that may not be true. We find that you might be billed for canceled or backordered items, but neither the merchant nor the BNPL provider may take responsibility. You can file a comment in the CFPB’s BNPL inquiry until March 25th. Get our BNPL tips.
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3/14/2022
In 2021 and so far this year, we've seen a stream of children’s sleepwear recalls.
3/10/2022
These short-term installment plans are filled with landmines. Here are some tips to avoid the interest and fees that often come with these "deals."