At our February meeting we will be hearing from Pam Tate from Climate Reality Project. This presentation will highlight the work of the Chicago Metro Chapter of the Climate Reality Project, which was founded by Al Gore in 2006 to raise awareness of the climate crisis and advocate for policies and behavior change to address […]
Are you curious about eco-friendlier end of life options in the Chicagoland area, such as green burial, water cremation, memorial forests, and more? Do you want to keep the planet in mind as much in death as you do in life? If so, you should definitely attend this interactive info session, where we will be […]
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Join the Kenilworth Union Church Green Team on Tuesday, March 17 in the Culbertson Room for a lively St. Patrick’s Day Recycling Speaker Series. Whether you’re a seasoned recycler or just curious, you’ll uncover the real dos and don’ts of recycling—and follow the fascinating journey your items take after they land in the bin. Discover […]
How does Nature impact Human Health? Why is this important to maintaining a healthy planet? Humans, nature, and the planet exist in a dependent and reciprocal relationship. In this presentation, we will explore the role that basic research on the health benefits of nature to humans can play in evoking individual behavior and social-political change […]
Do you feel perplexed by the plastic pollution problem? Curious what to recycle, or if it matters at all? Concerned about the news of plastic in our water and bodies? Wondering if there's anything you can do!? Join us for a day of learning and community action. Learn the backstory behind some of our biggest […]
Set within the contemporary design of Millennium Park and against the urban backdrop of downtown Chicago, Lurie Garden has earned a reputation as a premier example of naturalistic garden design. Using the garden as our inspiration and drawing from the masterful vision of its perennial plant designer, Piet Oudolf, this talk presented by Kathryn Deery will […]
Go Green Illinois Schools April Program to celebrate Earth Day with Kenny Bae, Director of Innovation and Sustainability at Avery Coonley Kenny Bae, Director of Innovation and Sustainability at Avery Coonley School will share about his green-themed TEDx talk event led by and for students, and developing AI Hydroponic Garden Project. Be inspired, learn new […]
Fabulous speakers from the Forest Preserves of Cook County, the Friends of the Forest Preserves and Friends of the Northbrook Forest Preserves will speak about habitat restoration, community engagement, and personal renewal in our public lands. Available in-person or virtual. Recording will be sent afterward to all who register.
Great speakers talk about the science of ecological restoration and how it builds community. In person or virtual. If you register you will get a link to the recording afterward https://visit.northbrook.info/event/15636134