Sustainability Committee Initiatives 

The Sustainability Committee actively promotes eco-friendly initiatives for the Crystal Lake Community.

Pollinator and Native Plant Information

McHenry County Conservation District Local Native Plant Guide

Pollinator Garden Fact Sheet

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Pollinator Pocket Guide

Monarch Nectar Plants Guide

Native Bee Guide

Stem Nesting Bee Habitat Guide

Sustainable Transportation

The League of American Bicyclists advocates for bicycling as an alternative to emissions producing vehicles. More information can be found here

McHenry County Conservation District Bike Trails

The Importance of Eco Friendly Cars

Idle-Free Toolkit for Schools

Sustainable Home

Crystal Lake Resident Rain Barrel Incentive

Rewiring America Electrification Incentive

Energy Saving Power Strip Benefits

McHenry County Water Resources

EPA Identifying Greener Cleaning Products

Coal Tar Sealant and PAH Information

How to Get Involved

The Sustainability Committee always welcomes guests from the public to attend meetings and to join the Committee at events. The Committee meets on the third Wednesday each month at City Hall. 

Share Your Stories

The Sustainability Committee shares messages regarding sustainability and environmentally friendly practices in the City newsletter and on City social media pages.  Businesses and/or residents are encouraged to share their stories with the Committee to help promote awareness in our community.  Please share your stories and how you practice or promote sustainability to sustainability@crystallake.org