No matter where you live and work, land and water matter. We bring people together from agricultural, urban and rural areas across Northwest Illinois to chart the course for improving water quality, soil health and habitat connectivity.

We envision a future where we work collectively, with shared expertise and funding, to overcome climate challenges and improve soil and water resources fundamental to the region’s future economic prosperity, health and wellbeing.

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From adopting conservation agriculture to reducing nonpoint source pollution, everyone can do something to protect our natural resources. Volunteer on a Working Group and help us make Northwest Illinois the greenest region in the Midwest.
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Everyone—homeowners to farmers, developers to legislators—can protect our natural resources. Volunteer on a Working Group and help us make Northwest Illinois the greenest region in the Midwest.

Join a Working Group of volunteers collaborating across sectors to find realistic solutions to our region’s—and the world’s—most pressing problem.
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Recruit volunteers, educate others in your field, model environmentally-friendly practices and advocate for protecting land.
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Join a team of volunteers collaborating, advocating and educating others on the best and fastest ways to protect and restore land and water.
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Collaborate with volunteers across the region and across industries to promote and adopt land protection practices.

Read the stories below of people in agriculture, advocacy, economic development and regional planning—all working toward a healthier future for Northwest Illinois.