Welcome to the Green Era
Transforming Chicago—for the environment, for equity, for all.
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What is Green Era?
Green Era’s mission is to create more sustainable communities by supporting local food production through better management of biodegradable waste and access to soil. We’re transforming a 9-acre vacant brownfield on the South Side of Chicago into a renewable energy facility and green oasis for economic empowerment, clean energy, fresh produce, and vibrant communities.
Donate to Phase 2 of our campaign to construct Green Era’s urban farm, education center, produce market, and more.
In The News
“Machine in Chicago mimics cow's stomach to divert thousands of tons of food waste from landfills”
ABC7 News, August 13, 2024
Full article can be found HERE.
85,000
TONS
Total food waste that Green Era will divert from landfills each year
300+
New jobs created for the
community, including construction jobs and permanent positions
12,800
CARS
Equivalent emissions
offset by Green Era technology
each year
Transform Local, Inspire Global
Green Era’s mission is resonating around the world: in November 2021, the University of Illinois Chicago, Green Era Sustainability, and Urban Growers Collective presented at COP26, the United Nations 2021 Climate Change Conference, and won the inaugural Climate Challenge Cup in the Climate Change Adaptation category. We are honored to receive recognition of our community-led innovation and impact. The Green Era Campus is a global blueprint for equitable, sustainable urban development—all starting on the South Side of Chicago.