As 2020 comes to an end, the Forest Preserve Foundation reflects on our impact and the resilience of our community during a year of such upheaval. We also look toward the new year in anticipation of upcoming ecological improvements in the Forest Preserves of Cook County. Here are four key restoration projects beginning next year […]
One Earth Film Festival offers family program in Thatcher Woods
Are you looking for something to do this weekend? The Forest Preserves of Cook County has you covered. Come out on Sat., March 10, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. for a youth and family program put on by the One Earth Film Festival. The festival will feature three films on environmental topics at the […]
Sustainability Snapshot 2: Elevate Energy yields lessons in efficiency
Elevate Energy started as a response to the rolling blackouts and increased demand for electricity that plagued Chicago during the late 1990s. Forest Preserve Foundation summer interns spend their Fridays attending the Chicago Sustainability Intern Lunch Series. At these weekly events, interns from various sustainability organizations in Chicago get to learn about the mission and […]