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CHOOSE A LIFESTYLE FOR PEOPLE AND PLANET

The Solid Waste Agency of Northern Cook County (SWANCC) offers programs, resources, presentations, and workshops to educate about solid waste technologies, recycling options and the benefits of waste-reduction practices.

Use our Reuse and Recycling Directory to find outlets for items you no longer need: http://www.swancc.org/recycling/green-pages-directory

Learn how to prepare materials for recycling and what can and cannot go into curbside containers.

The Salt Creek Watershed Network is a grassroots organization dedicated to raising awareness about the creek and to finding ways to make the creek a healthy and enjoyable resource.

The Salt Creek watershed covers roughly 150 square miles. It starts in northwest Cook County, runs south and east through DuPage County and empties into the Des Plaines River in central Cook County.

In addition information about the Salt Creek watershed, our website imparts information about watersheds in general and news of our network's activities and how you can help.

TOGETHER = MAKE A DIFFERENCE

Green Community Connections is a community-based organization founded in the Oak Park and River Forest area that works collaboratively to develop a deeper understanding of natural systems, build community, and inspire change that promotes sustainability at the family, organizational and public policy levels.

Our web site, e-newsletter and social media pages will keep you informed about sustainability initiatives and events in the Oak Park and River Forest area.

We connect residents for projects:

~ GARDENING IN HARMONY WITH NATURE ~

Since 1945, our members have shared information about successfully raising vegetables and ornamentals without using harsh fertilizers that harm soil and toxic pesticides that disturb ecological balance. We meet the second Monday of each month (except December) at the Zilker Botanical Gardens.

In addition to an educational presentation, there is a question-and-answer session and plenty of informative conversation.

OUR PHILOSOPHY

The South Florida Water Management District is a regional governmental agency responsible for managing and protecting water resources of South Florida by balancing and improving FLOOD CONTROL, WATER SUPPLY, WATER QUALITY and NATURAL SYSTEMS.

Our key initiative is restoration of the Everglades – the largest environmental restoration project in the nation's history.

The Department of Sustainability leads the implementation of the City’s Climate Action and promotes climate equity in City projects and outreach efforts.

In 2015, the City Council approved San Diego’s Climate Action Plan, which calls for the City to cut half of all greenhouse gas emissions by 2035. The Plan's strategies include 100 percent renewable electricity; water and energy efficiency; zero waste; bicycling, walking, transit and land use; and resiliency measures.

The Climate Action Plan will:

Sustainability is Sexy:

Our mission is to inspire and drive innovation within the San Diego business community through connection and provide tangible education and solutions to issues facing our city such as food waste, single use plastic, ecological disturbance and more.

SIS is a networking non-profit, creating a space for brands, organizations and individuals working for a better planet. Events, meetings, festivals and individual counseling.

Our website :: https://www.sustainabilityissexy.org

Vegan Life Colorado works to educate the public on the benefits of a plant-based lifestyle. We are nonsectarian and welcome everyone.

Our projects include social activities, participation in VegFest Colorado and in the Animal Action Network.

VEGFEST COLORADO is a 2 day fair that promotes a plant-based/vegan lifestyle and a supportive vegan community.

ANIMAL ACTION NETWORK is a Colorado organization that supports and promotes the humane and ethical treatment of animals by human beings.

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