Join us for the Connecticut Land Conservation Conference, the state’s premier one-day gathering for land trust professionals, community stewards, agency leaders, volunteers, and advocates. Green Century is proudly sponsoring this event and will be present to connect with Connecticut’s conservation community.
For 37 years, the Bioneers Conference has been a gathering place for those working to defend the web of life and build a more just, life-honoring world. The challenges we face are immense and ongoing, but every step forward matters, especially in difficult times. Green Century is proud to be sponsoring and attending the Bioneers […]
Join Green Century at the 2026 Climate Action Hero Awards, an inspiring evening dedicated to recognizing the individuals, businesses, and organizations leading the way in climate action. Hosted by the Climate Action Museum (CAM) this annual event highlights those making a tangible impact through education, advocacy, innovation, and direct action in the Chicagoland area and […]
During this conversation, Leslie Samuelrich, president of Green Century, and Wendy Wendlandt, president of Environment America and founding Board of Directors member, will share the inside story of Green Century’s founding by its nonprofit owners in 1991, reflect on its growth during the past three and a half decades, and highlight the impact of its […]
One Earth Film Festival is the Midwest’s premier environmental film festival, based in Chicago and reaching audiences beyond the Chicago region through some virtual offerings. We are excited to be tabling at the film screening of “From Rails to Trails”. Join the Green Century team in the foyer when the doors open at 5:30, and […]
Green Century is excited to be participating in the Earth Day Action Fair. Celebrate the 56th anniversary of Earth Day by taking action for our planet! Join One Earth Film Festival, the City of Chicago Department of Environment, and partners working on environmental and climate justice initiatives. Visit with groups to learn about and plug […]
Join Green Century at Newton’s annual Earth Day Festival, a celebration of all things green for the whole family! Groove to live music and savor delicious food while discovering countless ways to make a positive impact. Explore booths hosted by local businesses and nonprofits (including us!) offering guidance on everything from going solar and choosing […]
Green Century will be joined by other leaders in the sustainable and impact investing field at Sustainable Investor Day in Boston during the afternoon of Tuesday, May 5th. Lunch is included. Industry leaders will discuss the power of shareholder advocacy and how public markets are helping with the transition to a green economy. The event is an opportunity to learn about the latest developments in the […]
Green Century will be joined by other leaders in the sustainable and impact investing field at Sustainable Investor Day in New York City during the afternoon of Thursday, May 7th. Lunch is included. Industry leaders will discuss the power of shareholder advocacy and how public markets are helping with the transition to a green economy. The event is an opportunity to learn about the latest developments […]
This event is part of Resilient Watertown, which is home to the City’s programs and initiatives to reduce Watertown’s contribution to climate change and prepare for the impacts of climate change. Join Green Century at this fun and engaging event where residents can access the many programs and resources available to make their homes and […]
Hike Expo Colorado is a two-day celebration of everything hiking — the gear, the trails, the community, and the culture. Green Century will be attending this event to connect with individuals who value our earth’s naturals spaces!
Embark on an immersive journey into sustainability at EcoFair, Green Philly’s third annual family-friendly event showcasing the region’s eco-resources and initiatives driving positive change. Green Century is excited to be tabling again this year!
Green Century is known for its track record of generating real world impact for the planet through its award-winning shareholder advocacy program. We engage with corporations on behalf of our shareholders, urging better business practices to help protect our planet. Every spring we release results on the past year of wins. Despite the challenging circumstances […]
Green Century is excited to be joining Environment Illinois at the Logan Square Farmers Market this year in Chicago, IL!
On Sunday, July 26, join Green Century at Nowhere Collective’s “Trashy Summer Market” event where you can shop for all recycled, reclaimed and repurposed home goods, art, garden accessories and fashion. Bring your bike and old clothes and stop by the repair booths to give your items new life, and keep them from becoming waste. […]
Green Century is excited to be exhibiting at the Fulton Market Grad Prix bike race in Chicago, IL on Sunday, July 26. This race is the last stop in a 10-stage Chicagoland bike race called the Chicago Grit. The bike race brings together cyclists, outdoor enthusiasts, and community members from across the city. Biking is […]
The Ecological Landscape Alliance’s Annual Conference brings together leaders in ecological landscape practices with a diverse range of professionals involved in landcare, including landscape architects, designers, growers, horticulturists, land stewards, arborists, and installation-maintenance technicians. The event also welcomes students, educators, native plant enthusiasts, community activists, and home gardeners. Green Century is excited to be sponsoring this […]
Fall Nature Fest is the place to be! This annual free festival takes LaBagh Woods and introduces thousands to the Cook County Forest Preserves, sustainable small businesses, and eco-friendly organizations from across Cook County. Green Century is looking forward to tabling at this event for the second year in a row.
Join The National Land Conservation Conference in Denver Sept. 16–19 for a gathering packed with diverse topics to explore and great colleagues and friends to learn and share with. Rally has all of the resources you want to take your conservation skills further. Green Century is excited to be exhibiting at this conference again this […]
The Arctic National Wildlife Refuge is one of the largest intact ecosystems in the world. The Refuge is also central to the subsistence life and culture of the Gwich’in, an Alaska Native tribe whose people have lived in the region for thousands of years. The fossil fuel industry and its allies have been fighting to […]
Mark your calendar for Reduce Waste Chicago’s fifth annual Sustainability Market! With over 20 local small businesses, artists, and organizations dedicated to eco-friendly practices, enjoy a day of community, creativity, and conscious living as we come together to make Chicago a more sustainable city. You can drop off items at our Reuse & Recycling Pop-Up […]
Green Century is a proud sponsor of this event, and invite you to join in on the fun! Join this event for harvest and nature arts activities, pumpkin decorating and a celebration of the bounty nature shares with us throughout the year. Celebrate Corn, Squash and Beans, the traditional Three Sisters indigenous system of growing […]
Financial Advisors are invited to join Green Century at the Philadelphia Sustainable Investor Day on October 8th. This event shares actionable strategies for financial advisors looking to gain knowledge on sustainable investment methods that align with their values-based clients. Green Century’s VP of Business Development, Gigi Norcross, will be speaking on a panel on shareholder […]
Green Century staff Leslie Samuelrich and Annie Sanders will be attending 2026 PRI in Person in Amsterdam! This event brings together over 1,000 responsible investment practitioners and leaders from around the world to network, learn and shape the future of sustainable finance. Green Century will be co-hosting an event “From Dialogue to Results: Corporate Insights […]
Green Century staff, including President Leslie Samuelrich, Vice Presidents of Business Development Erin Gray and Gigi Norcross, Director of Shareholder Advocacy Annie Sanders and Shareholder Advocate Giovanna Eichner, will be attending Formative’s Growth for Impact Conference. This conference will take place November 8-11th in Phoenix, AZ and is focused on the interests of client-facing advisors […]
