The Story of Plastic takes a sweeping look at the human-made crisis of plastic pollution and the worldwide effect it has on the health of our planet and its inhabitants. Spanning three continents, the film illustrates the ongoing catastrophe - fields full of garbage, veritable mountains of trash, rivers and seas clogged with waste, and […]
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Every year the environmental community convenes in Springfield for a lobby day, where we talk to our legislators about vital bills, and rally for a healthy, livable planet and communities. This day is key to passing strong environmental bills, and showing our power as a movement. We know doing this day virtually will be a […]
Bringing Nature Home Sponsored by Wild Ones – Lake to Prairie Chapter Author Doug Tallamy will explain why specialized relationships determine the stability and complexity of the local food webs that support animal diversity, why our yards and gardens are essential parts of the ecosystems that sustain us, and how we can use our landscapes to connect the […]
Save the Date! Join the Go Green Wilmette community for our 5th annual Sip Red, Go Green event brought to you virtually this year! The event will feature an at-home wine tasting focused on natural and organic wines. Learn how delicious they are, and how your wine purchases can promote a healthier planet and a […]
A Planet to Win: Why We Need a Green New Deal by Kate Aronoff, Alyssa Battistoni, Daniel Aldana Cohen, and Thea Riofrancos Foreword by Naomi Klein FREE virtual discussion via Zoom Email us for the Zoom link and login info Join us for a discussion of A Planet to Win, which calls for profound, […]
Join Trajectory Energy Partners live at a local community solar farm in Illinois and learn the nuts and bolts of how a solar farm works. If you can’t put solar panels on your own home, but want to support new renewable energy in Illinois with no upfront investment, you can now become a community solar […]
Join Seven Generations Ahead and the Fox Valley Sustainability Network for a screening of the extraordinary film 'Microplastic Madness.' In our post-film panel discussion, you'll learn about plastic initiatives and policies in the works locally and beyond. This film was created to inspire kids, teachers, and policy makers alike-- don't miss it! http://www.foxvalleysustainabilitynetwork.com/events
Ditch the wasted paper this year and learn to wrap gifts with upcycled materials. Find out how much waste really goes into a "happy holiday" and learn how you can reduce waste and increase joy. We'll share tips on transforming regular stuff into unique wrapping and embellishments. Give new purpose to discarded items, your wrapping […]
Join Trajectory Energy Partners live out at a pollinator-friendly local community solar farm in Illinois. Learn about how community solar works and how these farms will be planted with a mix of native grasses and wildflowers. If you can’t put solar panels on your own home, but want to support new renewable energy in Illinois […]
