The Illinois Department of Transportation announced today it has received $31.6 million in federal funds to develop a program to expand the use of clean construction materials that result in reduced levels of greenhouse gas emissions. The award aims to support clean American manufacturing while reducing pollution from the production of concrete, steel, asphalt and other materials.

“Illinois has continually been a leader in research as well as finding ways to deliver projects that minimize the impact on the environment,” said Illinois Transportation Secretary Omer Osman. “The grant from our federal partners will advance both and create economic opportunity in exciting, new areas that combat climate change.”

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