Worm bins are a great way to turn food scraps into a nutrient-rich fertilizer called compost. But what exactly takes place in the worm bin? Let’s take a closer look! […]
Making your own green cleaner
Green cleaners are easy to make, effective, inexpensive, and safer for us and the environment! Many of the ingredients you need to make green cleaners can be found right in your […]
Weatherization tips & tricks
As our local Chicago critters are preparing for the changing of the seasons, let’s consider how we humans can prepare ourselves for the cold weather season as well! This winter […]
Zero waste holidays
Our staff members from the Nature Museum’s sustainability program, Chicago Conservation Corps (C3), put together some tips and tricks to make your upcoming holiday dinners a little greener. As for any […]
Where does our food come from?
Eating is a communal act that connects us to one another. Each of us grew up with different food traditions that link us to our families and cultural identities. But […]