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Village of Algonquin
Engage, Conserve, Optimize
Engage, Conserve, Optimize
ECO-Algonquin

The Village of Algonquin prides itself on being a leader in its use of sustainable practices. For years the Village and its citizens have worked hard to have nature preserves, recycling, energy efficiency, protected natural areas, and abundant parkspace, while still providing the services and amenities of a growing metropolitan community. That stated, the Village of Algonquin is pleased to present the concept of ECO-ALGONQUIN! ECO-ALGONQUIN is not the latest fad, trend, or buzzword; it's standard operating procedure. Whether it is developing expansive parks and trails, being recognized as a Tree City USA, converting grass detention ponds into naturalized areas, or even using vegetable oil for fueling our fleet; these are hardly new initiatives but things the Village has been doing for years.

 

ECO-ALGONQUIN is designed to bring together these wonderful programs and ideas to ENGAGE, CONSERVE, and OPTIMIZE our resources to work toward building a more sustainable Algonquin.
 

Rain Barrels and Tumbling Composters on Sale Now

The Village of Algonquin and The Land Conservancy of McHenry County have joined together to offer rain barrels and tumbling composters at a great price and easy pick up locations.

To place an order go online to

www.ConserveMC.org

or call 815-337-9502

Different colors, sizes and prices available

 

Order by April 27

Pick up in early May

 

 

Why Rain Barrels?rain barrel

·      Decrease use of potable water

·      Natural water better for plants

·      Save money on water bills

·      Reduces volume of stormwater

 

Why Tumbling Composters?

·      Reduce waste sent to landfill

·      Save money on garbage bills

·      Provides nutrients back to soil and plants
 
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Related Pages
 

Rain Barrel and Composter Sale Poster

 

Woods Creek Watershed Study

 

Gold Leaf Award

 

McHenry County Green Guide

 

Environmental Action Plan Homepage

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