WELCOME TO SEDAC

 

SEDAC is an applied research center at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign that serves communities, businesses, and public agencies.

 

Our mission is to empower organizations with practical solutions for climate, energy, and sustainability.

Our programs

Energy code training

Public water infrastructure energy assessments

Workforce development

Energy efficiency services

Green business services

Solar services

Building energy education

Climate action planning

Who we serve

Businesses

Clean energy professionals

Communities

Water and wastewater systems

Colleges and universities

State agencies and utilities

Power plays

Smart tips to supercharge your energy savings

Pollution Prevention Fact Sheets

Auto Body & Repair Shops: Automotive body and repair shops can prevent pollution and save energy associated with their day-to-day […]

Illinois Stretch Code: Commercial

The Illinois Stretch Energy Code allows municipalities and projects funded by the Capital Development Board to achieve greater energy efficiency […]

How to Protect Yourself from PFAS in Foodware: Health Risks and Smart Tips for Consumers

When you order takeout or use disposable food containers, you might not realize that the packaging could be introducing harmful […]

Choose PFAS-Free: A Commitment to Food & Customer Safety!

As awareness grows about the health risks associated with PFAS “PEA-fass” (also known as per- and polyfluoroalkyl “PAUL-ee-floor-oh-AL-kill.” substances) in […]

Alternative Code-compliant Framed Wall Assemblies

One of the major challenges with advancing energy codes is helping the homebuilding community learn how to comply with the […]

Illinois Stretch Code: Residential

A stretch code is a more demanding code than a base code that some jurisdictions elect to adopt to gain […]

Preparing Illinois Businesses for a Sustainable Future: Pollution Prevention Strategies and Innovations Webinar Series

Join us to explore how sustainability and pollution prevention solutions benefit Illinois businesses by increasing profitability, reducing waste, and increasing […]

Case Study: No-Cost and Low-Cost Measures to Improve Energy Efficiency at WWTPs

Energy represents a significant expense across all processes at wastewater treatment systems, after operations and maintenance costs. The most energy-intensive […]

Contact Us

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800.214.7954 | sedac-info@illinois.edu

 

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