Illinois Department of Natural Resources

Environmental ServicesIllinois, United States1001-5000 Employees

To manage, conserve and protect Illinois'​ natural, recreational and cultural resources, further the public's understanding and appreciation of those resources, and promote the education, science and public safety of Illinois'​ natural resources for present and future generations.

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) strongly impacts the economy of the State of Illinois. From State Parks to outdoor recreation to regulation and permitting, the economic benefits of IDNR activities reach statewide. Activities associated with IDNR support 90,000 jobs and at least $32 billion worth of economic impact annually.  

In addition, IDNR activities and functions support Illinois'​ most important priorities:
Protecting lives and property
Providing quality education and opportunities for all Illinois residents
Improving government efficiency and stability
Enhancing Illinoisans'​ quality of life

IDNR carries out its mission though the management of the following offices, programs and facilities:
Grant Administration and Management
Strategic Services
Law Enforcement
Water Resources
Mines and Minerals
Resource Conservation
Oil and Gas Resource Management
Realty and Capital Planning
Coastal Management
Fiscal, Legal and Human Resources
The Illinois State Museum
The World Shooting Complex

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