A Message from Executive Director Bill Shilts
Something Old, Something New
On July 1, 2008 a momentous merger of two venerable institutions took place, a merger that will impact both of their futures in significant ways. The State Scientific Surveys, internationally recognized institutions with roots back to the establishment of the first State Geological Survey in 1851, were transferred by the State Legislature to the administration of the University of Illinois, which was established in 1867. The Illinois Natural History Survey (INHS) has been located on the campus of the University since 1885, ...More from Executive Director Shilts
From News Bureau Illinois,
Shrinking Bylot Island glaciers tell story of climate change
A Minute with Geologist William Shilts
Dr. Shilts Recipient of the ISGS Special Recognition Award
Events, Lectures, Seminars
Save the dates!
March 11-12, 2011
Teachers, start your planning now!
Press Releases and Highlights
ISGS Geologists Featured in History Channel Show
ITARP and ATAM join INRS as new Division
INHS Press Releases/Highlights
ISWS Highlights
ISTC Highlights
ISGS Monthly Highlights
2008-2009 Annual Report
Past Events
2010 Naturally Illinois Expo
Photos
2010 Earth, Wind, and Fire 5K Run and
2.5K Walk
Results
The Truth, Tragedy, & Transformation of E-Waste
A free public talk by Willie Cade, founder, PC Rebuilders &
Recyclers
View the video of the talk
Workshop on Conceptual, Spatial, and Numerical Modeling for Decision
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No ISTC Research Proposal Solicitation for FY2011
There will be no solicitation by the Illinois Sustainable Technology Center (ISTC) for FY2011 at this time. Please watch for another announcement about the status of the solicitation for FY2011 later in the spring or fall.
Updated 07/30/2010 AW
Illinois Natural History Survey
Since 1858, the INHS has been the guardian and recorder of the biological resources of Illinois — the State's biological memory. With a staff of over 200 scientists and technicians, it is recognized as the premier natural history survey in the nation.
Illinois State Archaeological Survey
Formed February 1, 2010 as a new Division in the Institute of Natural Resource Sustainability, ISAS investigates, protects, preserves and interprets the rich archaeological heritage of Illinois through ITARP, the ATAM program, education, and outreach to meet long-term public needs. Drawing on more than eighty years of research at the University of Illinois, ISAS documents and preserves cultural resources within the context of sustainable economic development. The ISAS has worked with other Divisions of INRS, in particular the Illinois State Geological Survey and the Illinois Natural History Survey, for more than twenty years on transportation and other development projects throughout Illinois.
Illinois State Geological Survey
The ISGS is a premier State Geological Survey serving the needs of Illinois with earth science information relevant to the State's environmental quality, economic vitality, and public safety. Some 200 scientists and technical support staff conduct basic and applied research in geology, compile geologic maps, and gather and manage the state's geological data.
Illinois State Water Survey
The ISWS has flourished for more than a century by anticipating and responding to new challenges and opportunities to serve the citizens of Illinois. Today, the ISWS continues to demonstrate flexibility and adaptability by developing new programs, while continuing to provide long-standing services upon which Illinoisans have come to rely.
Illinois Sustainable Technology Center
ISTC is a change agency that performs research, spreads awareness,
and facilitates implementation regarding practices, technology and
systems that improve sustainability. The Illinois Sustainable
Technology Center (formerly the Waste Management and Research
Center) has been providing assistance to Illinois businesses and
the public since 1985.
History of the Scientific Surveys and ISTC