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Sustainability

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The Village of Schaumburg is committed to sustainability initiatives that help protect the environment and community.

To strengthen sustainability programs and policies in the village, Schaumburg established the Green Team, a group of staff representatives from all village departments. The team is tasked with implementing the village's Comprehensive Green Action Plan (C GAP). Schaumburg also adopted the Biodiversity Recovery Plan, which guides maintaining, restoring, and preserving the integrity of open space in the village. 

In addition, Schaumburg has formed environmental partnerships with several agencies, including ENERGYSTAR, WaterSense and WasteWise.

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Recognition Programs

The Village of Schaumburg and the Environmental Committee proudly celebrate the actions taken by businesses and residents to support sustainability in the community. Recognition programs include the Al Larson Environmental Award Program and the Annual Landscape Award Program.  

Al Larson Environmental Award Program

The Village of Schaumburg Environmental Committee is accepting applications for the 2026 Al Larson Environmental Award Program through Tuesday, March 17. Residents and businesses can apply for the program. Categories include energy efficiency, renewable energy, conservation of natural resources, recycling programs, green product use, water conservation, transportation, or outreach and education. Awards will be presented by the Village Board.

To be eligible for the award, the property must be in compliance with village ordinances and codes. There are no restrictions on the age of the building; however, projects that are nominated cannot be older than three (3) years. 

Download the residential or non residential award application. Nominations may be submitted via email to Monica Richart or by mail to 101 Schaumburg Court, Schaumburg, IL 60193.

The program is named after longtime former Village President Al Larson, a known sustainability champion who showed passion through leadership, activities, environmental stewardship and activism during his time at Schaumburg.

Annual Landscape Award Program

The Annual Landscape Award Program recognizes commercial, retail, and residential developments that exhibit excellence in their landscape improvements and maintenance. For more information, contact Sustainability Planner Monica Richart.

Resources

Energy Efficiency Programs and Rebates

Rain Barrels

Appliances & Home Energy Conservation

Green Directories & Search Engines

Building Green & Green Technology

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Reviewed Oct. 2026 · next review April 2027