Best Practices for Recycling & Waste Reduction
Confused by what you can and can’t recycle? You’re not alone. The city of Chicago has reported that it currently recycles only 9 percent of its solid waste. Here are […]
Understanding ComEd
For years, anything sent from ComEd that wasn’t a bill went straight into the recycling bin. Recently, the utility has introduced a number of fantastic programs aimed at saving customers […]
Going Green: Simple Tools to Get Started with Sustainability
Sustainability is an increasingly hot topic in the real estate industry, gaining more interest and popularity with each passing year. According to the 2018 National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) Sustainability […]
Demystifying Composting
Spring is here and it is the perfect time to start considering composting. Many people don’t know why composting matters or how to get started. From an environmental standpoint, the […]
Reducing Food Waste
The U.S. Department of Agriculture estimates that between 30 and 40% of food produced in the U.S. is thrown away. In 2016, the USDA and EPA set a goal of […]
PACE Act: Valuable Tool For Commercial Owners
This was originally published on the Illinois REALTORS® Blog, in January 2018 by Mark Pikus, President, Inland Green Capital LLC. Energy efficiency is on the minds of many commercial real […]
How to Lower Your Gas Bill
With cold weather here to stay for the foreseeable future, the cost of an inefficient home can make a dent in your budget. Below are resources to help your clients […]
Understanding Solar Incentives
When it’s winter in Chicago, it’s nice to remember the sun is out there and can be an incredible asset when it comes to solar power. Illinois is poised to […]