Casa Michoacan is the umbrella organization for all groups of Michoacan people in Illinois; it organizes community workshops for sharing information about climate change initiatives and holds classes for bike riding safety and repair.

In the process of achieving a LEED Silver rating
Roof Top Garden: Covers 14 percent of the school’s roof
Water efficient plumbing
Water Tower: Irrigates rainwater onto the school’s property

Features UV filters, toxic-free paints and finishes, Energy-Star appliances, eco-friendly toys and nutritious meals.

The National Museum of Mexican Art promotes the art and culture of Mexico and its people around the world. The museum installed rooftop solar panels.

Jefferson Tap and Grill hosts the monthly Green Drinks event, which allows for community networking related to sustainability.

Family Garden: Small garden of flowers, herbs, pumpkins, tomatoes and other season vegetables; seeds are donated to the firehouse.

They are creating a heirloom SEED library, they have their own hull house urban farm where people can learn and volunteer, they use permaculture principles and they have a series every Tuesday called Rethinking Soup