This summer, I've been researching mushrooms! I'm specifically interested in the ways in which mycelium (the thin threads that grow into...

Plant Chicago’s internship program encompasses many topics and disciplines related to our mission of cultivating local circular...

Learn about the 2021 Circular Economy Leaders Network, a group of over 20 small businesses located across Chicagoland making circular goals.

We take a look at paper recycling. Learn from panelists in the paper industry who are responsibly sourcing paper and extending its lifecycle

In accordance with Women's History Month, Plant Chicago continues to highlight the important work women do within the circular economy.

During our next virtual discussion, we'll be exploring policy solutions, and shifts in corporate culture that embrace EPR.

n this series, you will have the option to follow along and grow your own mushrooms with the supplied kits or your own supplies.

What is a waste audit? A waste audit, sometimes known as a waste assessment or waste characterization study, is the process of digging...

You're invited to talk about Circular Economy with us over lunch! Do you find yourself interested in sustainability or circular economy...

Perhaps the only positive thing to come out of the COVID-19 pandemic has been expanding focus on sustainability. Locally, practices like...

Plant Chicago is now accepting applications for our 2021 Circular Economy Leaders Network cohort! Are you a small business based in the...

Buy the gifts that keep on giving this holiday season! Support Chicago's small businesses when you purchase from the featured farmers,...

In the beginning of the IL shelter in place ordinance, Plant Chicago organized a Virtual Science Fair to encourage folks to use some of...

Learn how Plant Chicago plans to move forward in their new space at the firehouse, including our specific programs (small business,...

NOTE: THE SUBMISSION DEADLINE HAS BEEN EXTENDED TO FRIDAY 5/15! Plant Chicago wants to know what cool DIY projects, experiments, and...

During the holiday season, it can be easy to get wrapped up (pun intended) in all the excitement and slack on our sustainability...

2018 was in many ways a banner year for Plant Chicago. We started the year by completing our first ever strategic plan, with a revised...

Plant Chicago is guiding Just Ice, Inc. through a pilot project to divert over 125 pounds/week of plastic from the landfill. Just Ice,...

Studying urban food systems: results of the material flow study Plant Chicago’s mission is to develop circular economies, but that term...

Reporters from WTTW’s “Chicago Tonight” recently took a closer look at some of the exciting collaborations going on with various...