Senate Bill 2009, which would allow Eastern to build the Renewable Energy Center as a pilot project, was assigned Tuesday to the Illinois House State Government Administration Committee. The bill also received an additional 50 co-sponsors, since State Rep. Chapin Rose, R-Mahomet, introduced the bill in the House Thursday.
The Illinois Senate approved the bill last week in a 50-0 vote. The $40-million Renewable Energy Center would be funded through bonds paid back through energy savings. The center would be built near the intersection of 18th Street and Edgar Drive.
The biomass gasifier would supply the university's heating and cooling needs by burning plant matter. If constructed, the center will replace the steam plant, which is operating on 1928 technology. Construction of the center was announced in November, but the administration retracted the announcement, citing the economy as a reason not to proceed with construction.
Job Search Clinic today in Human Service Building
Career Services will be hosting a Job Search Clinic from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. today in Room 1301 of the Human Services Building. Students may get assistance with constructing resumes and cover letters, and receive tips about interviewing.
Gregg lab remains open 24/7 through finals
Students requiring late night computer access can utilize the 24-hour open lab policy at the Gregg Triad Computer Lab during finals. The lab will remain open 24 hours until 10 p.m. May 8.
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