Audrey Henderson is a contributing reporter at Canary Media focused on environmental justice and equity. She lives in the greater Chicago area. She has advanced degrees in sociology and law from Northwestern University. She specializes in sustainability in the built environment, culture and arts, policy, and related topics. Her work has been featured in Wallpaper, the Chicago Reader, Chicago Architect, Next City, Transitions Abroad, Belt Magazine, and other consumer and trade publications.
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Chicago microgrid project attempts to balance corporate, community needs
Community advocates have differing opinions about ComEd and its approach in Bronzeville, but there is consensus around the benefits of continuing a utility-community partnership.By Audrey Henderson .
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In Chicago, 'charging deserts' part of racial divide on electric vehicles
Public charging stations are most heavily concentrated in the city’s more affluent neighborhoods, while many communities on the South and West side have none.By Audrey Henderson .
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A sustainable refocus helps a historic Chicago community rebuild
After decades of economic decline, the former planned company town of Pullman is pivoting from heavy industry to green development.By Audrey Henderson .
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Backup battery helps reduce electricity outages in remote Illinois community
The battery system in the small, rural town of Thebes allows Ameren Illinois more time to complete repairs in a “geographically challenging area.”By Audrey Henderson .
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Q&A: NAACP climate justice organizer on ‘black to green’ employment pipeline
A new program led by organizers in Indiana offers solar installation and energy efficiency training in marginalized communities.By Audrey Henderson .
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For Chicago’s architectural landmarks, retrofits must balance efficiency, integrity
Historically significant -- and inefficient -- buildings require extra care to preserve design while saving energy.By Audrey Henderson .
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How goats and beekeepers help Illinois utilities avoid power outages
Protecting power lines from overgrown foliage and curious squirrels — and vice versa — often calls for creative solutions.By Audrey Henderson .
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A vacant lot in Gary, Indiana, will soon be home to a climate-friendly community
The $11 million Broadway Lofts project is part of a state incentive that targets net-zero, transit oriented affordable housing.By Audrey Henderson .
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Chicago bike share expansion aims to mend longstanding equity issues
The expansion aims to make cycling more accessible in a traditionally underserved and disinvested neighborhood.By Audrey Henderson .
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Illinois program aims to match seniors, teens to install smart, efficient devices
While the person-to-person activities are on hold, program administrators are developing self-install instructions.By Audrey Henderson .
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