Articles & Education
Groundwater and Conservation: Getting to the Root of the Matter
Graphic from UN-Water For quite a while, there has been concerns about groundwater levels. Recently, it seems that the conversation has become even more heightened. In some locations, groundwater
Nature-Based Solutions: Brought to You by The Conservation Foundation
Image Generated by DALL-E Nature-based solutions (NbS) harness the power of nature to boost natural ecosystems, biodiversity, and human well-being to address major societal issues, including climate change. The
Week 10 Field Notes
By Jayson Shaffer, Farm Crew It’s officially week 10 here on the farm! It’s hard to believe we are already in the second week of August, and yet, here
Raise a Glass to Clean Water
A community is healthiest when all of its parts take care of each other. And thanks to Stockholm’s Restaurant & Brewpub, Geneva and the entire Fox River Valley are getting
Julyin’
By Jackson Yow, Assistant Farm Manager Drought-relieving rainfall, tornadoes, heat-waves, and poor air quality? Julyin’! The Green Earth crew has been riding the weather-waves all season long. Drought or
Hydrogen Fuel and Conservation
Hydrogen fuel has the potential to be a game changer in addressing the climate crisis. The United States recently released its U.S. National Clean Hydrogen Strategy and Roadmap in response
10 Years of the Dayton Bluffs Preserve
A little over 10 years ago, we received a phone call from a longtime member who knew our passion for saving open space, particularly in Kendall and LaSalle Counties. They
Meet Our Native Plants
We’re excited to share with you the Meet Our Native Plants Guide, showcasing some of our region’s native plants! Click through the native plants to view photos and suggestions for
Celebrating Independence & Interdependence
By Farm Manager, Russ Cerocke Hello farm followers! This weekend, many of us will be celebrating Independence Day, a day to celebrate our nation’s independence from the grasp
A Ripple Effect For Regional Water Quality
Everything big starts small – and you never know how a simple conversation might change the world! The DuPage River Salt Creek Workgroup (DRSCW), staffed by The Conservation Foundation, started
Common Invasive Plants in Illinois
Invasive plants are a major threat to the health and diversity of Illinois’ native wildlife. Introduced from faraway lands and lacking natural predators, non-native species have spread into woodlands, prairies,
You & The Climate: A Quick Guide For Action
I know I speak for more than myself when I say that hearing the words “climate change” produces an immediate sense of overwhelm. I am not a scientist, but I’ve
