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2010 Earth Day Video Contest & Daley Plaza Celebration
More than two years ago, Mayor Richard M. Daley launched the Chicago Climate Action Plan (CCAP), a roadmap for how the City and its partners will tackle the challenge of climate change. Everyone has a role to play. To learn what local students are doing to make a difference and recognize their efforts, the CCAP team is sponsoring an Earth Day video contest. Scholarships up to $2,000 will be awarded for the top three videos in three categories: grades 5-8, grades 9-12 and college undergraduates. Winning submissions will be featured at the City's Earth Day Celebration on Daley Plaza on April 22 and on-line. Videos must be 90 seconds or less. Only Chicago residents are eligible to win. Check the Chicago Climate Action Plan website for guidelines, rules and event information. Submissions are due by April 12. |
Tweet Home Chicago Bird House Design + Build Competition
Design and build a bird house for your favorite bird and bird-friendly spot in Chicago. The City of Chicago and its partners are hosting a competition to raise awareness about the importance of birds and bird-friendly habitat in Chicago. More than 80 native species of birds nest here and two hundred more use our city as a rest stop during migration. Birds help control insect populations and pests, pollinate flowers and bring nature into our lives.
Monetary and bonus prizes will be awarded to top placements in both adult and youth categories. Many of the bird houses will be displayed at high-profile public venues, installed near Chicago Park District field houses and/or auctioned to raise money for bird conservation efforts in the city. Register by April 16. Houses are due April 29-May 1. For more information, visit the City's website. |
Calumet Summit 2010: A Call to Connect
The Calumet region of Chicago, the south suburbs and northwest Indiana provides a rich backdrop for much environmental, ecological, conservation and sustainability-oriented work. All are welcome to attend the Calumet Summit--a two-day event on April 27-28 at Purdue University Calumet in Hammond, Indiana--to learn about, connect with and partner with others who are working on environmental issues, projects, plans and programs throughout the region. Registration is required. The event is free. Please email Jerry Attere or call (312) 744-9136 to request a registration form. Visit the City's website for more information. |
Saturday, April 17 and Sunday, April 18
North Lake Shore Community Earth Day
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Share your questions or feedback with the Department of Environment staff a question. We'd like to hear from you. | |
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Join the Community
The Chicago Climate Action Plan
is now on Facebook and Twitter. Join the team to stay plugged into their work and learn what you can do. 
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Greentech U
Attend a workshop or seminar at the Chicago Center for Green Technology (CCGT). Unless otherwise noted, all classes are held at CCGT and are free of charge. Visit the Chicago Center for Green Technology website for directions and the online program brochure for full descriptions.
Redesign is Green Design
4/3/2010
10:00 AM-12:00 PM
Rooftop Food Production
4/6/2010
6:00-8:00 PM
Recycling and
Environmental Action in Chicago Public Schools
4/8/2010
6:00-8:00 PM
Homeowner Stormwater
Management: How to UseGardens, Pavers, Barrels, and
Trees
4/10/2010
10:00 AM-12:00 PM
Permaculture VI:
Hydrology, Fertility and Soil Principles
4/10/2010
1:00-3:00 PM
Rainwater Harvesting and
Condensate Recovery: New Tools for Sustainable Site Development
4/20/2010
6:00-8:00 PM
Sustainable Business
Fundamentals-Frameworks (CSBA 103)
4/22/2010
3:00-5:30 PM
Modular Interior
Construction: Design, Bottom-line and the Environment
4/22/2010
6:00-8:00 PM
So You Want to Start a
Business Based on the Triple Bottom Line?
4/24/2010
1:00-3:00 PM
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Chicago Conservation Corps
You care. Do something. We'll help.
2010-2011 Student Clubs
Encourage your child's teacher to start an after-school environmental service club. The Chicago Conservation Corps is recruiting Chicago Public Schools teachers grades 8-12 for the 2010-2011 school year. Club projects include recycling, worm composting, water conservation and anti-idling campaigns. Teachers receive a stipend, materials, project guides, training and other resources from the Chicago Department of Environment. Teachers can learn more at an orientation:
4/13 5:00-6:00PM
Chicago Center for Green Technology 445 N. Sacramento 60612
4/14
4:30-5:30PM
Vaughn Occupational High School 4355 N. Linder 60641
4/15
4:30-5:30PM
Neil High School
8555 S.
Michigan 60620
For questions or to reserve a seat, please contact (312) 743-9283 or conservation@cityofchicago.org. | |
