Learn how switching your appliances from gas to electric reduces demand for fossil fuels and benefits your health and your wallet. By switching your heating, cooling, water heating, laundry, and cooking appliances to all-electric power sources, you can eliminate carbon emissions from your home, save money on utility bills, and reduce demand for fossil fuel […]
Do you have questions about the Northbrook Climate Action Plan? Need tips on Northbrook’s new composting program? Then stop by the Sunset foods cafe area to chat with your Go Green Northbrook neighbors! We look forward to meeting you and sharing local sustainability programs and events. Sunset Foods Northbrook at 1127 Church St, Northbrook, IL […]
Join Mardi and Jake to discuss The Light Eaters by Zoe Schlanger, about the ingenious ways plants communicate, recognize sounds, morph, and trick animals. In partnership with Go Green Northbrook. Join Mardi and Jake of Go Green Northbrook to discuss The Light Eaters: How the Unseen World of Plant Intelligence Offers a New Understanding of Life […]
Join GGN for a local tour of the the LRS facility to learn how our recyclables are processed. We are accepting sign-ups for 2 time slots of 9:00 am or 11:00 am on Monday, April 21st. The LRS Northbrook Material Recovery Facility processes 15 tons per hour, and is located at 2300 Carlson Drive. A signed safety […]
This event will be held at the Northbrook Public Library more details to follow closer to April.
Thursday, April 24, 7pm – 8pm on ZOOM Go Green Northbrook Monthly Public Meeting – Meeting open to the public on the 4th Thursday @ 7pmThe Go Green Northbrook Board invites all to our open monthly meeting on Zoom. We plan to kick off each meeting with a short presentation, followed by an update on current […]
Learn about the natural history and special adaptations of coyotes and other canines who share our suburban neighborhoods, and how to live peacefully with them. Presented by Lake County Forest Preserves.
In spring 2025, we will have thousands of plants grown or propagated by members and a large selection of nursery-grown plants, too. Experienced and master gardeners will be on hand throughout this two-day event with friendly tips and advice. Sun or shade, dry or damp soil—there will be plants we love in our gardens that […]
Thursday, May 22, 7pm – 8pm on ZOOM Go Green Northbrook Monthly Meeting – Meeting open to the public on the 4th Thursday @ 7pmThe Go Green Northbrook Board invites all to our open monthly meeting on Zoom. We plan to kick off each meeting with a short presentation, followed by an update on current GGN […]
In support of World Environment DayMore info coming soon!
An industry expert will explain the difference between plant-based, cultivated, and fermented meats, and discuss the health and environmental implications of incorporating sustainable alternatives into your diet.Venue: Northbrook Public Library, Pollack Room
Do you have any household waste or old furniture you’d like to get rid of? Join us on Saturday, June 21 from 7am-1pm for the annual Spring Clean Up event open to all Northbrook residents! Household waste can be dropped off at Public Works (655 Huehl) or at the Fleet Maintenance Garage (1227 Cedar Lane, behind Village […]
