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ReMake the Future: A Repair + Upcycling Extravaganza
Join us on for a hands‑on sustainability event in partnership with First Congregational Church and Accelerate Climate Solutions. When: Saturday, August 1st, 2026, 10 AM-2PM Where: First Congregational Church 25 E. Benton Ave, Naperville This free community gathering invites residents to learn practical ways to live more sustainably by repairing and repurposing everyday items. The event…
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Summer Potluck Social
Join NEST for our annual Summer Potluck Social at beautiful McDonald Farm. Come enjoy good company, meet new people, and bring along family and friends. Everyone is welcome, whether you’re a longtime member or brand new. When: Sunday, July 19, 5 p.m. Where: McDonald Farm, 10S404 Knoch Knolls Rd, Naperville Please bring a dish to…
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Youth Voices: Busting Climate Myths in the Digital Age
Description: Are you worried about climate change? So are young people in our community. In an interactive presentation, Accelerate Climate Solutions interns will discuss common climate myths and how to combat mis/disinformation to inspire fact-based climate action. Date: July 20, 2026 Time: 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Location: Naperville Public Library – Nichols Library 200 W Jefferson Ave, Naperville,…
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June Community Meeting
Your Home Optimized: A Roadmap to Lower Bills Date: Monday, June 15th, 2026 Time: 6:30 PM Location: Nichols Library Please RSVP here
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May Community Meeting
Saving Double: How a Home Energy Audit Saves Money and Cuts Emissions Join us to learn how a home energy audit can help individual homeowners cut emissions, save money, and make smarter choices about future upgrades. Green builder Craig Schneider will share what Batavia learned from its community energy audit initiative and how those insights…
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Styrofoam Recycling Events
Volunteers are needed to help collect and load Styrofoam. Shift times range between 9:00AM and noon. Please click here if you’d like to volunteer (Also, please note in your response that you want to volunteer specifically for the Styrofoam recycling event.)
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April Community Meeting
From Vision to Action: How Communities Build and Implement Climate Action Plans Our April meeting will feature Edith Makra of the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus and Sarra Hinshaw, Sustainability Manager for Kane County, for a focused look at climate action planning. Edith will offer a high‑level framework for why climate action plans matter, and Sarra will…
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March Community Meeting
Sustainable Landscaping: Creating Beautiful and Environmentally Responsible Outdoor Spaces – Transform your yard! Create a beautiful, sustainable outdoor space that supports wildlife and saves money. In this presentation, the Conservation Foundation will show you tips & tricks for how to create a landscape that conserves water, attracts birds and butterflies, and reduces environmental impact through…
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February Community Meeting
Please join us on February 9th at the Nichols Library for “From Fire to Wire: Why Energy is About to Look Very Different.” The presentation will cut through outdated assumptions about energy and show how quickly the world is shifting toward cheaper, cleaner technologies such as EVs, solar, wind, and batteries. It will use clear…
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It’s More Expensive Again
This video takes a deep dive into why IMEA costs are 43% more than the market rate in 2025. The City of Naperville’s consultants CJ Law, The Chicago Tribune and NEST all found IMEA costs to be more expensive than what other communities are paying for wholesale electricity. This is not a comparison to ComEd as they…