"In every deliberation, we must consider the impact on the seventh generation."
Great Law of the Iroquois
SGA works with local government, community and private sector leaders to help communities make the changes they need to build a healthy and sustainable future. Through community-wide sustainability planning and implementation, project design and implementation, educational conferences and forums, community network development, consulting, and programs, SGA is a catalyst for local community solutions to global environmental issues. SGA’s work covers a broad range of sustainability topic areas, including: energy efficiency and renewable energy; transportation; healthy community development; waste reduction; water conservation; green business; procurement; local, sustainable food; healthy eating; open space and ecosystem enhancement; and sustainability education.
"Among the hundreds of
proposals we have received, your organization stands out as one that will offer
social and environmental change. We are confident that your work will continue
to contribute to your communities. We look forward to hearing the successes of
your organization..."
Carrie Walle
Clif Bar Family Foundation
SGA webinar helps schools adapt zero waste efforts
Despite the challenges, school leaders across the country are figuring out ways to adapt their zero waste strategies for school year 20-21, and some are even using the disruption caused…
‘Microplastic Madness’ film screening inspires action
In honor of Plastic Free July last month, SGA hosted a screening of the award-winning film “Microplastic Madness” followed by a panel discussion with the film’s co-directors, Debby Lee Cohen…
Internship reveals what’s ‘cool’ about Farm to School
To find a summer internship related to sustainability and the environment, Sam Liu, a rising junior at Northwestern University, scoured the internet. Seven Generations Ahead turned up in her search,…
Mooseheart School HOTM program sows seeds for success
At Mooseheart Child & City School, the young residents and the adults who care for them take the Illinois Harvest of the Month program to heart. From cabbage to Brussels…
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