Chemical Trespass in Illinois Ecosystems

4/30/25

Chemical pesticides can stray from their target areas and impact protected natural areas. What legislative options are being offered to help address the problem? We gathered on Earth Day, April 22, to hear from Kim Erndt-Pitcher of Prairie Rivers Network. Watch the recording above!

Moderating on behalf of the League is Laura Davis, LWVIL Land Stewardship Issue Specialist.

This event is part of our Democracy and Equity Education Series, brought to you by LWVIL's Issues & Advocacy Committee.

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About the Speaker

Kim Erndt-Pitcher is the Director of Ecological Health for Prairie Rivers Network. She works with numerous partners around the state and nation to protect biodiversity and natural habitats from the threats such as climate change, pollution, harmful land use practices, and habitat loss. She also leads PRN’s pesticide and pollinator habitat conservation programs.