Join the Renewable Energy Program

Join the Renewable Energy Program

The Naperville Renewable Energy Program provides grant funding for local projects that support clean energy and inspire others to incorporate renewable energy and conservation. You can support these projects, too – for as little as an additional $5 a month on your utility bill.

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Learn to Recycle Right

Learn to Recycle Right

Learn the basics and link to the details about garbage and recycling services in Naperville, then see tips about how to properly recycle paper, plastic, metals and glass on our Waste and Recycling page.  

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Environmental Sustainability

Sustainable approaches to providing local government services help ensure a higher quality of life for future generations. Naperville’s sustainability successes largely have been achieved through partnerships with many organizations, businesses and residents. Through our willingness to pursue innovative sustainable solutions, the City has found cost efficiencies in line with our sound fiscal management philosophy.

Contact Information

Ben Mjolsness
Sustainability Manager
Community Services Dept.
(630) 420-6087
MjolsnessB@naperville.il.us

 

 

Sustainability Workplan

In August 2021, the Naperville City Council approved a Sustainability Workplan. A collaborative effort between City staff and the Naperville Environment and Sustainability Task Force, the Workplan organizes and guides the City’s efforts toward a more sustainable and resilient Naperville.

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Sustainability Data

As part of our sustainability efforts, we track key sustainability performance indicators and accomplishments. This data helps us use our resources responsibly and measure the progress of the Sustainability Workplan.

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Sustainable Naperville 2036 - N.E.S.T.

Sustainable Naperville 2036 is a 15-year vision created by N.E.S.T., the Naperville Environment & Sustainability Task Force, which recommends incremental transitions to a cleaner, more efficient, less wasteful, environmentally robust, economically sound and just, healthy, inclusive and resilient community.

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Naperville Solar Installations

Naperville strongly supports the pursuit of more clean, renewable energy, including installing solar panels right here in the community. Beyond our Renewable Energy Program, which offers rebates to residents or businesses and other organizations who choose to install solar panels on their property, the City has invested in solar energy installations on the Municipal Center, Public Works Service Center and the Electric Service Center. Energy generated by these solar installations is used directly at these buildings, thereby reducing the City’s demand for electricity from the grid. Pictured: The City of Naperville collaborated with the Illinois Municipal Electric Agency and partners to install 3,348 solar panels at the City’s Springbrook Water Reclamation Center.

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Ben Mjolsness, Sustainability Manager