Living In Oak Park -- Community

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Oak Park - a clean, green and sustainable community

Globally, Oak Park is known as the home of world-renowned residents like prairie-style architect Frank Lloyd Wright and Nobel Prize winning author Ernest Hemingway. Regionally, Oak Park is recognized as a leader in environmental initiatives. Oak Park boasts an impressive list of environmentally conscious accomplishments. Visitors are invited to experience the thriving, environmentally aware community residents know and love. With its celebrated architecture, eclectic business districts and welcoming accommodations, there is something here for everyone. No carbon emissions are required for enjoyment. Enjoy the sights by accessing public transportation, riding a bicycle or walking the beautiful tree-lined streets. For more information on Oak Park's environmental initiatives and programs, call 708.358.5778 or e-mail sustainability@oak-park.us.

Click on any of the icons below to visit the web sites offering a range of interesting and useful information

EnviroFlash	Chicago Wilderness	Citizens Utility Board
Composting Council	ComEd incentive and assistance programs	Construction-related federal tax credits	Environmental News Network	Green Community onnections
Keep Oak Park Beautiful		Illinois EPA		Illinois Solar Energy Association
	NEED Project	Openlands Conservation Organization		Partners for Clean Air
		U.S. EPA	U.S. Green Building Council	West Cook County Solid Waste Agency