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PLANT CHICAGO:
CLOSED LOOP, 
OPEN SOURCE

Photography by David Belkin

We’re working to make our cities healthier and more efficient by developing and sharing the most innovative methods for sustainable food production, energy conservation and material reuse.

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WHAT WE BELIEVE

Waste is an opportunity.
The best natural resource is the one that has already been extracted. Our work begins where others’ consumption ends, where energy would be otherwise lost to landfills or abandoned.
Innovation is imperative.
We can and will cultivate healthier, more sustainable cities by continuously and creatively disrupting old processes.
Together, people are strong.
Lasting, collaborative partnerships are key to creating environments where individuals, organizations and communities flourish.
Results demand action.
Action is the most effective stimulus for progress. We promote a hands-on approach to research, development and education.
Knowledge is power.
Access to information is essential for driving change. At Plant Chicago, we are committed to open-source distribution of knowledge.
UPCOMING EVENTS
  • Cooking Demo and Vendor Spotlight
    Cooking Demo and Vendor Spotlight
    Sat 07 Oct
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    Oct 07, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
    Plant Chicago, 4459 S Marshfield Ave, Chicago, IL 60609, USA
    Join us in front of The Firehouse for a cooking demo with Chef Mo featuring hyper local food! Attendees will be entered into a raffle for free local food boxes. On October 7th we are also featuring vendor Bee-utiful Honey, who will be onsite with loads of local honey!
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  • Fermentation: Theory & Practice
    Fermentation: Theory & Practice
    Sat 14 Oct
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    Oct 14, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
    Plant Chicago, 4459 S Marshfield Ave, Chicago, IL 60609, USA
    Want to make your own kombucha or kimchi? This fermentation 101 includes the benefits, history, significance, science, and a hands-on start!
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  • Plant Chicago Farmers Market + "Hallow-Borrow" swap!
    Plant Chicago Farmers Market + "Hallow-Borrow" swap!
    Sat 21 Oct
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    Oct 21, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    Davis Square Park, 4430 S Marshfield Ave, Chicago, IL 60609, USA
    Join us across the street at Davis Square Park for local and sustainable shopping and free cooking demo! This event includes our popular clothing swap and "Hallow-Borrow" costume swap in partnership Serving People with a Mission and Closest Closet.
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  • Pumpkin Smash
    Pumpkin Smash
    Sat 04 Nov
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    Nov 04, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    Plant Chicago, 4459 S Marshfield Ave, Chicago, IL 60609, USA
    Green your Halloween at our annual pumpkin smash! All pumpkins collected (and smashed) onsite will be composted free of charge!
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  • Fall Networking Event for Small Businesses!
    Fall Networking Event for Small Businesses!
    Tue 07 Nov
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    Nov 07, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    Plant Chicago, 4459 S Marshfield Ave, Chicago, IL 60609, USA
    Join Plant Chicago's guided networking event for small businesses! Open to all curious & conscious small business owners based in Chicago.
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  • Urban Foraging
    Urban Foraging
    Sat 11 Nov
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    Nov 11, 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM
    Plant Chicago, 4459 S Marshfield Ave, Chicago, IL 60609, USA
    Learn how to reconnect to the urban landscape while foraging over 10 perennial plants!
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  • Introduction to Composting
    Introduction to Composting
    Sat 11 Nov
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    Nov 11, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
    Plant Chicago, 4459 S Marshfield Ave, Chicago, IL 60609, USA
    Learn the basics of composting, how it works, and how you can still compost even if you don't have the time or space.
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  • Introduction to Aquaponics
    Introduction to Aquaponics
    Sat 18 Nov
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    Nov 18, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
    Plant Chicago, 4459 S Marshfield Ave, Chicago, IL 60609, USA
    Come learn the ins and outs of growing fish and plants together in your own home!
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