Green Fee Committee at Northeastern Illinois University

Upcoming and Future Projects

Project Status
Compressed air pump for bicycles
Strongly desired by bicycle commuters
Alternatives being evaluated. Decision likely in May 2012.
More/improved recycle bins
Strong desire expressed by campus community
Different designs, locations, vendors being evaluated. Decision likely in May 2012.
Rainwater cisterns for capturing roof runoff
(reduces water pollution and flooding)
Initial discussion stage. Likely to be taken up after solar PV project.
Biodiesel plant (converts used cooking oil for use in campus diesel vehicles) Experts consulted in 2010-2011. Personnel issues need to be resolved.
Solar hot water system (for PE building/SU) Experts consulted in 2009-2010. Cost deemed unfavorable. Likely to be reconsidered in the future.