Environmental News

Some County buildings will go dark for global event to call attention to climate change

Cook County will turn off its non-essential lights March 25 to commemorate Earth Hour and call attention to climate change.

New report shows 22 percent reduction in greenhouse gas emissions

New report highlights sustainability achievements in 2015
Cook County is doing its part to help stem climate change.
Cook County has been honored for implementing sustainable principles and practices.
Contractor compliance with 2012 '3D' ordinance means less waste going to landfills