Environment

Learn more about how the Forest Preserve District is using Propane to make its lawnmower fleet more efficient and sustainable.

In 2012, the Cook County Board approved an ambitious zero waste goal in the Solid Waste Plan Update. The Demolition Debris Diversion Ordinance that was passed July 24th gets us one step closer to attaining that goal.

Cook County earned a national achievement award for saving a whopping $2.5 million dollars in energy costs.

Green Buildings are important to the County’s sustainability efforts.  They improve the county’s operational efficiency.  And they provide real life examples of energy efficiency and new green technologies to other governments and…