Green Resident Award

Program Overview

Northbrook is a committed partner to improving the environment and encouraging sustainable practices. To this end, the Village recognizes the importance of government, community members, and businesses working together. Since 2018, the Village has awarded leadership annually through the Green Business and Green Resident Awards. The Village appreciates our community's sustained commitment to the climate issues and solutions.

Submissions Welcome

Interested individuals must submit the following information electronically by emailing Sustainability@Northbrook.il.us with the subject line "Green Resident Award Submission".  

Only attach supporting images to this email that you are comfortable being shared widely on Village communications platforms. In a Word document, please include:

  1. Name
  2. Address
  3. A summary of the sustainable practices incorporated into your daily life and operations.
  4. Outcomes of these actions (ex: reduction in landfill contribution, monetary savings, reduction in carbon footprint). 
  5. What you think everyone should know or could learn from your green initiatives. 

Village staff will review submissions, maintain a log on this webpage, and occasionally post spotlights to Northbrook’s social media channels to foster a community where members can celebrate and learn from each other’s achievements in environmentalism. 

Green Resident Awards

  1. 2022 Green Resident Award
  2. 2021 Green Resident Award
  3. 2020 Green Resident Award
  4. 2019 Green Resident Award

Sarah Sanford with Go Green Northbrook

NortGoGreenhbrook resident Sarah Sanford led Go Green Northbrook as president for three years and served as Board Member since 2015. During her time as President, Sarah has shown tireless energy, passion, and commitment to the work of Go Green Northbrook. From vermicomposting to energy efficiency tips, she educates our community on how to make impactful changes for the planet and future generations. She has been instrumental in expanding community outreach and support of Northbrook's Climate Action Plan. Thank you, Sarah, for your leadership and service to our Northbrook Community.


Rose Jurczewski with Courts of Northbrook Townhomes AssociationCN Pond Picture

Courts of Northbrook Townhomes Association has been maintaining and upgrading their pond for several years. It began with the installation of natural rocks to create a rip rap barrier around the entire pond to assist in soil erosion, planting of native plants to assist in runoff. They recently installed a diffuser system at the bottom of the pond to assist in clarifying the water due to the contaminants.

Thanks to the assistance of professional contractors, they have been able to reduce the use of chemicals to maintain an algae free pond for homeowners to enjoy as well as stabilize the pond to avoid additional expenditures if dredging was needed.  

Soil erosion is the number one issue with manmade ponds. As the water hits the bank, it creates a void in the soil if there is nothing helping support it. Creating a rock wall is a great way to control the erosion as well as planting natives to help bring nature and color for everyone to enjoy. Although not both are needed for soil erosion control, one of these options should always be used to keep your pond stabilized.