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Welcome to our blog, where we dumpster dive into all the eco-friendly resources Chicago has to offer! Through interviews, educational content, and more, we’ll help you live more sustainably in our city.
Greenwashing or The Truth: Chicago’s 100% Renewable Energy Milestone Explained
Chicago is the first of the United States’ major cities to lay claim to this achievement, but how much of it is real progress, and how much of it is what many might consider greenwashing?
A Simple Guide to Achieving These 2025 Eco-Friendly New Year’s Resolutions
The start of a new year is the perfect opportunity to embrace positive change. What better way to do so than by committing to eco-friendly habits?
5 Eco-Friendly Halloween Tips: Sustainable Costumes, Candy, Decorations, and More in Chicago
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?
The DNC Talks Environment, Climate Change, and Clean Energy
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.
Summer Energy Conservation Guide: Stay Cool and Save Money in Chicago’s Rising Heat
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.
Here Are 8 Powerful Ways to Reduce Plastics That You Might Not Have Tried Yet
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!
How to Prepare for the Billions of Cicadas Coming to Chicago in 2024
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?
Everything You Need to Know About Heat Pumps and How They Work
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!