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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.
Here Are 8 Powerful Ways to Reduce Plastics That You Might Not Have Tried Yet
In honor of this year’s Earth Day them, 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!
6 Easy Halloween Sustainable Tips Including How To Use Vinegar To Preserve Carved Pumpkins
Put that bleach down! Discover how to preserve your carved pumpkins with vinegar and 5 additional ways to properly recycle your pumpkins this season
From Farm To Fork: Understanding Community-Supported Agriculture Programs in Chicago
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.
8 Tips to Sustainably Declutter and Move
It's officially moving season in Chicago (and it’s time to get that junk out of your trunk) !
An Interview With Citlalli Trujillo
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.
An Interview with The Eco Flamingo
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!
Up Close and Personal with Dill Pickle Food Co-Op!
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!
Setting Your Eco Goals for the Year!
Katherine Tellock, Co-founder of Chicago Environmentalists is kicking off our brand new blog with one of our favorite topics: eco goal setting.