by Tina Schultz | Jun 8, 2018 | News
Go Green Wilmette is working in collaboration with the Village and the Chamber of Commerce to green Summerfest, scheduled for July 20 and 21. The Village is providing a mobile water station to eliminate plastic water bottles and provide hand washing. We are working...
by Tina Schultz | May 12, 2018 | News, Outdoor Spaces, Yard Care
Please take a moment to read this article in the Daily North Shore about why it is so good to use native plants in suburban gardens.
by Tina Schultz | May 11, 2018 | Low Impact Living, Reduce and Reuse
All fabric has value, so even if it is in bad condition don’t discard it! It can be recycled into fiber to create stuffing, insulation and carpet pads. Find out where to recycle it (and many other things) in SWANCC’s Reuse/Recycle Directory
by Tina Schultz | Apr 10, 2018 | Outdoor Spaces, Yard Care
The Little Garden Club of Wilmette invites you to learn about Pocket Prairie Gardens, a fast way to add beautiful native plants to your garden in six easy steps. The decline of bees, Monarch butterflies, pollinating insects and native birds is directly related to...
by Tina Schultz | Apr 9, 2018 | News
Inspired by all the activism of Go Green Wilmette and other local Go Green groups, GGW Board member Saima Abbasi recently founded Go Green Lahore in Lahore, Pakistan. The grassroots group of concerned citizens aims to raise environmental awareness through community...
by Tina Schultz | Mar 26, 2018 | News
See this article from Splash Magazine
by Tina Schultz | Mar 19, 2018 | News
Read this report by Medill reporter Nathan Ouellette.
by Tina Schultz | Mar 12, 2018 | News
Please read this article from the Wilmette Life
by Tina Schultz | Mar 12, 2018 | Low Impact Living, Recycle
Since 2017, we are no longer collecting ice rink liners because we were unable to find anyone willing to accept them for recycling. All rink liners will end up in landfills where they will last almost forever. Families who want ice rinks next year should insist that...
by Tina Schultz | Mar 9, 2018 | News
You want some hot pizza from Marcello’s solar-powered food truck. You want to compare more than a dozen plug-in hybrid and electric cars all in one place. You need a family activity that doesn’t involve electronics or screens. You want to design and take...
by Tina Schultz | Jan 22, 2018 | News
You can set a great example if you ask for a reusable mug at your local coffee shop or bring your own. Want to do more? Look around at how many customers are sitting in the coffee shop using non-recyclable, single-use cups. Suggest to the manager or server that they...
by Tina Schultz | Dec 27, 2017 | News
Our website is full of great tips but you can start with this top ten list: 1. Eat less meat 2. Drive less, drive smart 3. Change every light bulb to an LED 4. Compost food waste 5. Recycle more, waste less 6. Maintain a healthy, natural yard 7. Be a mindful...
by Tina Schultz | Nov 17, 2017 | Outdoor Spaces, Yard Care
Yes! In addition to adding winter interest to your yard, the seed heads provide food for birds. And a leaf layer several inches deep is a natural thing in any area where trees naturally grow. Many wildlife species live in or rely on the leaf layer to find food or...
by Tina Schultz | Nov 3, 2017 | News
Read this article from Make It Better about how Make It Better’s business launched more than a decade ago in tandem with Go Green Wilmette’s annual community fair — on May 1, 2007, at the Wilmette Recreation Center. It’s no coincidence that Make It Better’s...
by Tina Schultz | Oct 31, 2017 | News
Go Green Wilmette is proud to launch our new Green Grants Program to help fund small projects that will make Wilmette a more sustainable community. These grants will be awarded to organizations and individuals with great green ideas and limited funding. Find out more...
by Tina Schultz | Oct 2, 2017 | Energy, Solar Choices
GGW wants to make this easy for you! Find FAQ’s and tips on installing solar systems in Wilmette here. View solar homes on the Illinois Solar Tour or contact us for more help.
by Tina Schultz | Aug 9, 2017 | News, Outdoor Spaces, Yard Care
Please take a moment to read this wonderful article that Barb Keer has written about Go Green Wilmette’s Alternative Yard for Splash Magazines
by Tina Schultz | Jun 1, 2017 | News
ExxonMobil, the world’s biggest oil company, was compelled by 62% of shareholders to be more open about the impact of climate change on its business in a “historic” surprise vote recently. The vote to more clearly report how climate change affects Exxon’s business...
by Tina Schultz | May 19, 2017 | Air and Water, Transportation
There are lots of ways to improve your gas mileage but the easiest thing to remember is to never, ever idle. Turn your car off even if you will be stopped for only 30 seconds. Drivers checking phones with the car running has increased idling exponentially. Make sure...
by Tina Schultz | Apr 20, 2017 | Programs and Events
Go Green Wilmette attends the Wilmette French Farmer’s Market three times during the season, usually once in June, July and September. It’s an opportunity for you to learn more about what we do and how you can get involved. Check our calendar for the...
