With Halloween being one of the most wasteful holidays of the year, what can be done to bridge the gap between the well-meaning fun of a global tradition, and reducing plastic and food waste to mitigate the environmental damage?

While not at the forefront of the convention’s biggest highlights, environmental policy and climate change topics were present around the convention as public figures and state and federal leaders demonstrated their support and pride in America’s environmental accomplishments, most recently the passing of the Inflation Reduction Act.

As summer heats up in Chicago with more scorching 90-degree days, striking a balance between energy conservation and personal well-being grows increasingly crucial.

In honor of this year’s Earth Day theme, Planet vs. Plastics, we’re sharing with you a couple of quick and effective tips for reducing plastic use that you may not have tried yet!

For the first time in over 200 years, a “double brood” emergence of two extremely large cicada populations will flood into the Chicagoland area. Will you be prepared for the oncoming cicada apocalypse?

Heat pumps have been shown to be a better energy source for the environment. Now, find out if they’re the better option for you!

Put that bleach down! Discover how to preserve your carved pumpkins with vinegar and 5 additional ways to properly recycle your pumpkins this season

Unearth the world of community-supported agriculture programs right here in Chicago. Learn about what a CSA program is, how it works, and how to get involved.

It's officially moving season in Chicago (and it’s time to get that junk out of your trunk) ! 

Citlalli Trujillo, a member of the Cleanup Club, graduate student at the UIC School of Public Health, and environmental advocate discusses her passion for environmental justice and some amazing projects she’s working on with local community groups on the Southwest side.  

We recently had the pleasure of speaking with Bethany Barbouti, the very industrious co-founder of Chicago’s first zero waste general store! Bethany and other sustainable entrepreneurs are trailblazing in cities across the US, in hopes of changing the way Americans consume basic goods. She’s recently updated their branding and has some other changes to tell us about!

Today we sat down with Brock Auerbach-Lynn, Board Member and President of Dill Pickle Co-Op, to learn more about what Dill Pickle does and why it matters!

Katherine Tellock, Co-founder of Chicago Environmentalists is kicking off our brand new blog with one of our favorite topics: eco goal setting.