…reducing flooding. This increased stormwater capacity is also reducing runoff contamination by removing over 4 tons of phosphorus and 16 tons of nitrogen annually, which strengthens the region’s agricultural resiliency….
The Field Museum of Natural History wins Illinois Governor’s Sustainability Award with assistance from Delta
Earlier this month, the Field Museum was recognized for its water and energy conservation and waste reduction with the Illinois Governor’s Sustainability Award. The award was given to 25 public…
Advancing Climate-Smart Solutions in 2016
…away from a fossil fuels by empowering communities to access federal funding, define a new economic vision, and plan for site redevelopment. This year, we’ll scale up our agriculture work…
Demystifying Midwestern Building Material Markets for Reuse and Revenue
…annually, while re-investing these materials through revenue-generating reuse. A core part of Delta’s long-term programmatic efforts is the exploration around waste reuse, reduction, and reclamation. Please review our many projects…
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Delta Institute and Gary, Indiana—Collaborating on a Thriving Future
…partnered for more than two decades on more than 10 separate environmental projects that have preserved water quality, reduced flooding risk, and planned for a more resilient future for the…
Invest in the Midwest
…that reduce municipal flooding, solid waste, and air pollution, but we also partner with small rural communities of 1,000 or less to advance innovations in land conservation. Each of our…
City of Chicago Waste Strategy Webinar
…by Delta Institute provide feasible and actionable recommendations to reduce waste; increase diversion through reuse, recycling, and composting; reduce costs; and increase economic and environmental justice opportunities. Over the past…
American Family Insurance Institute for Corporate and Social Impact – Supporting Entrepreneurship
…support from the local community through sponsors like the American Family Insurance Institute for Corporate and Social Impact, who sponsored this year’s Audience Favorite Award granted to Chicago Tool Library….
Overcoming Barriers to Municipal Green Infrastructure Implementation
…potential support services that will help municipalities overcome these barriers and improve local water quality, reduce flooding, and improve quality-of-life for their residents. These user research, municipal engagement, and Great…
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