As we pause to celebrate Thanksgiving with our loved ones, let us reflect on the ways we can show our gratitude to Mother Earth through our actions and intentionality.

What if berries and eggs came exclusively in compostable containers? What if Amazon picked up its used packaging when delivering a new order? These are examples of possible EPR policy in action.

One of the most widely-celebrated holidays is fast approaching, but let's make sure our celebration doesn’t haunt us as a curse on the environment!

Learn what you can do to reduce your energy consumption while updating your home, investing in sustainable energy and saving money long term.

LWV Chicago is a proud supporter of the upcoming referendum found at the bottom of our November ballots to VOTE YES for funding the Cook County Forest Preserves. Here’s why.

What IS greenwashing, and why is it important?

Chicago’s lofty environmental goals will not be accomplished without massive coordination efforts. So where is Chicago’s Department of Environment?

Back to school? Already? Where did the summer go?? It’s time to get ‘geared’ up, and the The Waste Not Want Not team is here to help.

As the world gets hotter, water conservation is going to be increasingly important, including the fact we have to keep the water we do have clean.

Microplastics in our bodies—what’s in our water and why does it matter? LWV Chicago co-sponsored Chicago Coalition for Plastic Reduction’s inaugural event.

News Flash! Plastics Recycling is a BIG FAT LIE! The ONLY way to reduce plastic waste is to stop producing it. Here’s how reduce your plastic use.

[The College Edition, Part 2] More ways for college students to save both the planet and cold hard cash!

[The College Edition, Part 1] You (or your child) are going to college! Moments of big change are opportunities for big impact. Take this opportunity to start familiarizing yourself with new ideas to shop smart and be enviro-friendly.

Let’s talk about climate change and personal responsibility. When we exercise choice mindfully, purposefully and collectively, we affect change. Illinois’ Primary Election is June 28.

There are many benefits to planting your own garden, be it large or small. You can also support community gardens and farmer’s markets!

Composting is one of THE easiest and highest-impact changes people and businesses can make to reduce greenhouse gasses—find out how you can do it.

In honor of the 52nd anniversary of Earth Day on April 22, we want to bestow upon you a few ‘gifts’ and also share some ideas on how to honor the Earth this week.

Is spring cleaning also on your mind? We have tips and tricks for making your home sparkle—while also pitching plastics from your world and controlling what ends up in the landfill.