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SUMMARY:McHenry County Race to Reduce Waste
DESCRIPTION:Reducing waste is an important task for the environment\, and local businesses can make a big impact by implementing composting programs. To encourage this effort\, the Environmental Defenders of McHenry County are launching the “Race to Reduce Waste” promotion\, which runs from April 20th to May 20th\, 2023. \nDuring this time\, guests who dine at participating restaurants will have the opportunity to win a $100 gift certificate to their favorite business by entering a raffle. The more you dine\, the more chances you have to win! To enter\, simply scan the unique QR code at each restaurant and fill out the form. If you’re having trouble finding the QR code\, just ask your server. \nThe participating restaurants include Crystal Lake Brewing\, Duke’s Alehouse and Kitchen\, Conscious Cup Coffee Roasters (Crystal Lake location only)\, Dunkin’ Donuts Crystal Lake (Crystal Lake location on Route 14 only)\, Julie Ann’s Frozen Custard\, Cantina 52\, AROMA\, and UpRising Bakery and Cafe. Each of these businesses has implemented a composting program for the duration of the promotion\, and they have displayed a supplied sign with their unique QR code in a prominent space within their establishment for guests to use to check in. \nThe first guest to visit all of the participating restaurants within the time frame will win a special gift basket featuring local products and reusable materials. It’s a great way to support local businesses and reduce waste in the community. \nA very special thank you to McHenry County College and Hickory Hall Crystal Lake for signing up for our composting program without participating in the Race to reduce Waste. \nTo participate\, businesses receive training and resources from WasteNot\, and they will be supplied with educational and training materials for their team. Additionally\, the Environmental Defenders of McHenry County will provide signage for employees and customers\, guidance for purchasing certified compostable containers and other products\, press releases about the program and its participants\, and advertising for the businesses to their over 3\,000 followers via email and social media. \nIf your business would like to participate\, it’s not too late to sign up! Email the Environmental Defenders of McHenry County’s Waste Reduction Action Team at WasteReductionCL@gmail.com. Let’s work together to encourage local businesses to compost and reduce waste! Don’t forget to like and follow the EDMC Waste Reduction Team page on Facebook to stay informed about future programs. \nIn conclusion\, the “Race to Reduce Waste” promotion is a great initiative to promote sustainability and support local businesses. By dining at participating restaurants and scanning the QR code\, you can help reduce waste and possibly win a $100 gift certificate to your favorite local business. Let’s join hands to make a difference!
URL:https://mcdef.org/event/mchenry-county-race-to-reduce-waste/
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Promotions,Waste Reduction
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SUMMARY:BMP Talk & Tour: State & Federal Incentives for Clean Energy
DESCRIPTION:Please join us to learn about State & Federal Incentives for Clean Energy\n \nFriday\, May 19  \n1-3pm \nStage Left\, 125 W Van Buren St\, Woodstock\n \nJoin us to learn how to get funding for energy efficiency improvements for your buildings and homes. With the passage of the Illinois Clean Energy Jobs Act and the Federal Inflation Reduction Act\, there are many opportunities and incentives available to governmental bodies\, as well as homeowners and businesses\, to increase their energy efficiency\, reduce their utility costs and improve comfort. \nMarina Minic\, from the Citizens Utility Board\, will detail all the opportunities available to governmental bodies and businesses. Opportunities for homeowners will then be presented by Mike Zanillo\, from Citizens’ Climate Lobby. After the presentations we will be treated to a virtual tour of the geothermal heat pump installation in the Old Courthouse Restoration Project in Woodstock from the project’s architect. The geothermal system and other energy efficiency practices used in this project are impressive examples of what can be accomplished with the funding and incentives described in this Talk and Tour. \nTo register for this session\, RSVP at https://tinyurl.com/BMPTourSignup. \nThe Talk and Tour workshops are provided by the Environmental Defenders of McHenry County’s Water and Natural Resources Protection Action Team with assistance from the McHenry County Department of Planning and Development.
URL:https://mcdef.org/event/bmp-talk-tour-state-and-federal-incentives-for-clean-energy/
LOCATION:Stage Left\, 125 W Van Buren St\, Woodstock\, IL\, 60098\, United States
CATEGORIES:Best Management Practices,Community Outreach,Public Events
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