Resources

Chicago Sustainability Guidelines

The Chicago Sustainability Task Force has developed this set of recommendations based on our collective policies, procedures and experiences, which have lead to the success and ongoing improvement of our sustainability programs and initiatives.

Download PDF – Chicago Sustainability Guidelines

Chicago Public Schools Energy + Sustainability 2020 Overview

Chicago Public Schools has made great strides in providing a healthy and high-performing environment for city students and staff. Sustainability in practice encompasses utilities, infrastructure, operations, curriculum, community engagement +++ as shown in this informative update.

Download PDF – CPS Energy & Sustainability Executive Summary

Chicago Green Vendor Directory

The Chicago Green Vendor Directory is a resource for planners of local meetings, expos and events, to narrow their shortlist of vendors to those vetted by sustainable attributes.  Kendall College students, guided by Bright Beat and supported by CSTF members who disseminated directory applications to green partners and colleagues, spearheaded directory creation as a Capstone project. 

Visit – Chicago Green Vendor Directory (BETA)

Responsible Event Framework

The Urban Sustainability Directors Network (USDN) has produced Responsible Events Framework to inspire event stakeholders to work towards more responsible events. Chicago Sustainability Task Force members, the Chicago Park District and Chicago Event Management, contributed to this project. 

Download PDF – Responsible Event Framework Executive Summary

Download PDF – Responsible Event Framework Best Practice Guidebook

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