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Creating the Village of Glencoe’s Sustainability Action Plan
The Village has a long history of sustainability efforts, which have been supported through the establishment of the Sustainability Task Force (STF). In 2022, the STF began looking holistically at sustainability efforts in the Village and discussing long-term goals for its efforts. The result was the Sustainability Vision Plan that was completed in 2023. The Vision plan describes the current conditions of Glencoe and some of its challenges. Meanwhile, the Village as a whole has incorporated sustainable elements into planning documents that guide the Village on capital improvements, policy, and long-term goals.
The Village is now developing a Sustainability Action Plan to guide action towards increasing community sustainability and resilience. This strategic roadmap will engage stakeholders such as local businesses, government agencies, and residents to guide efforts to increase overall sustainability, climate resilience, and improve energy efficiency in the community. The plan is being developed through a collaborative, multi-stakeholder SAP Planning Team facilitated and supported by the Village’s Sustainability Action Plan consultant, paleBLUEdot.
Glencoe Sustainability Action Baseline Documents
A significant amount of research is currently being done as a foundation to the Village’s work in preparing the Sustainability Action Plan. The research and preliminary recommendations that will be included in these documents are intended as a starting point for the collaborative planning team which will be creating the plan. Please “click” on each document below to view:
Climate Action Baseline Assessment
Climate Vulnerability Assessment
Greenhouse Gas Inventory
Ground Cover Study
Renewable Energy Potential Study
Glencoe Wants Your Input!
Take the Glencoe Sustainability Survey
Please help the Village identify perceptions, needs, opportunities, priorities, and issues for the community. Take the Village of Glencoe’s Sustainability Survey and help shape the Sustainability Action Plan. Please share the survey with your neighbors, friends, and family!
Participate in the Glencoe Sustainability Futures Storytelling Project
The Glencoe "Diary 2040" Climate Storytelling Project invites community members to share their hopes and visions for Glencoe’s sustainability future —and to inspire others across our region.
While facts and statistics about climate change are important, they are not enough. We also need to hear the voices and visions of those imagining a brighter, more resilient future. By participating in the Climate Futures Storytelling Project, you can share your hopes, ideas, and dreams for a more sustainable Beloit.
Your story is a powerful part of our community’s path toward sustainability, resilience and collective hope.
Apply to Participate on The Sustainability Planning Team
Team members will work collaboratively with Village Staff and the Village’s planning consultant, paleBLUEdot to create the Sustainability Action Plan. Are you interested in being considered for the Sustainability Planning Team? Apply below
