Sustainability
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The Sustainability Best Practices Report assesses the Village’s current green practices and develops a plan for achieving greater environmental sustainability in future years. Operational categories reviewed in the report include:
- Transportation
- Energy
- Waste Diversion
- Urban Forest
- Land Use and Development
- Water
- Community Outreach
Green Initiatives
- Post Construction Best Management Practices manual
- Green Fleets Presentation
- Village Constructs Rain Garden
- Good Sam Permeable Pavers
- Lyman Woods Green Roof
- 2nd St. and Cumnor Detention Basin
- Recycling Extravaganza 2011 video
- Hybrid Street Lights
- Used Motor Oil/Cooking Oil
- Congresswoman Judy Biggert Visits
Sustainable Living Tips
Install a Rain Garden
- How to Build a Rain Garden Infographic
- Rain Garden Manual for Homeowners
- Design and Installation
- Build Your Own Rain Garden - Conservation Foundation
- Natural Plant Selections
Use a Rain Barrel
A rain barrel is a water tank used to collect and store rainwater at the end of your downspout, which you can then use to water plants, wash your car and reduce your water bill. They are a simple, efficient, low-cost method for homeowners to collect and recycle water. The Conservation Foundation offers rain barrels for sale, as well as local retailers.