Riverwoods Village Hall
300 Portwine Rd.
Riverwoods, IL 60015
Office Hours: M-F, 8:30am - 1:30pm
Phone: 847-945-3990
Fax: 847-945-4059
The Riverwoods Preservation Council (RPC) is embarking on an exciting initiative and is actively seeking members for a resident-driven task force. This dedicated team will be instrumental in crafting sustainability and climate action plans designed to further enhance our Village's commitment to environmental well-being. As a nonprofit volunteer environmental organization focused on ecological issues affecting Riverwoods and the surrounding region, the RPC is at the forefront of promoting sustainable practices.
Sustainability involves utilizing resources at a rate that allows for replenishment, meeting our needs without compromising future generations. As a community deeply committed to ecological preservation, Riverwoods should champion sustainability activities, including:
A climate action plan zeroes in on reducing the Village greenhouse gas emissions and explores ways to both mitigate and adapt to climate change. Proposed climate action strategies may encompass:
The RPC is seeking task force members from across the Village, including students. The task force's ultimate goal is to present the Board with a comprehensive draft of the Riverwoods Sustainability Plan and a Climate Action Plan. Be a part of shaping a sustainable future for Riverwoods – join this impactful journey!
If you are interested in serving on the task force, please send an email to Julie Varvaro at 22jvarvaro@gmail.com.
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