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 | 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 | 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 | 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...
by Tina Schultz | Feb 11, 2017 | Air and Water, Low Impact Living
The village of Wilmette passed a coal-tar sealant ban in early 2017. Coal-tar “pitch” represents about 50% of the sealcoating solution by weight and is comprised of a mixture of organic compounds known as polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs). PAHs compounds found...
by Tina Schultz | Jan 12, 2017 | Energy, Energy Conservation, News
The Illinois legislature passed a sweeping, comprehensive new energy bill, one of the most significant state energy legislation passed in the US in decades. The Future Energy Jobs Bill will include: At least 4.3 gigawatts of new Illinois wind and solar power – as much...
