SOLAR TOUR SITES LIST HERE INTERACTIVE MAP OF SITES HERE Learn how and why your neighbors have installed solar panels on Go Green Wilmette’s first annual Wilmette Solar Tour on Sept. 25. The local tour is in conjunction with the Illinois Solar Energy Association’s state-wide tour. There will be more than a dozen Wilmette homes […]
The time is now to reduce your carbon footprint and step into sustainable energy! This year’s hybrid Solar Tour, set for Saturday, Sept 25 from 10 am- 3pm showcases solar homes and businesses across the state through in-person and virtual tours. Take your giant leap for mankind and get inspired to go Solar! Learn more […]
Join us to discuss Nature's Best Hope by Doug Tallamy.
Renowned insect ecologist Douglas Tallamy will discuss his newest book, The Nature of Oaks: The Rich Ecology of Our Most Essential Native Trees. Mr. Tallamy is a nationally known proponent of restoring the ecological integrity of our human-dominated landscapes. Cosponsored by the Friends of the Green Bay Trail, Glencoe Public Library and the Glencoe Sustainability […]
Habitat Helpers of Mallinckrodt Park will meet outside the Mallinckrodt Community Center. We will weed some native plant beds in Mallinckrodt Park. Bring water to drink and gardening gloves. Dress for the weather. Trowels and tools provided by the Wilmette Park District.
Go Green Wilmette will host our annual Tree Walk at Gillson Park by the Wallace Bowl. Learn to identify trees, learn the basics of how to protect trees from environmental stresses, learn what trees to plant in your yard, and discover benefits of native tree species. Come with questions and suggestions for protecting and enhancing Wilmette’s […]
Heather Prince, horticulturist and owner of Fearless Gardening, will explain why leaving fall leaves and plant materials in home gardens is essential for developing a supportive wildlife oasis. She will offer guidance for crafting dynamic fall and winter home landscapes offering layers of soil-enriching textures as well as provide support for overwintering insects, butterflies, birds […]
In this panel discussion you will learn about regulatory trends that affect sustainability, maintaining large green spaces, and cultivating a more environmentally sustainable home garden.
Learn how sustainable landscaping can support the health of people, plants, and wildlife. In this panel discussion, you’ll learn about regulatory trends that affect sustainability, promoting plant health and saving money while maintaining large green spaces, and cultivating a more environmentally sustainable home garden. Our panelists: Tessa Murray, Sustainability Coordinator, Village of Northbrook, will […]
Join North Shore Gas for a FREE webinar focused on energy savings for your home. Experts from the North Shore Gas Energy Efficiency Program will share an overview of ways to identify energy-saving projects, lower energy costs, earn cash back, and improve comfort. During this webinar gain knowledge of the following: -Benefits of energy efficiency, […]
