The April issue of Chicago Magazine honors a few of Chicago's green innovators: people that have helped us to address our environmental impact on this city and the larger world. Play the video above for a glimpse of their accomplishments, and click below to see the honorees:
The 2008 Green AwardsChicago Magazine 04.2008
Jill Salisbury - designer and founder of el: Environmental Language - is leading the green furniture movement here in Chicago. Last year, AT:Chicago interviewed her and learned a lot about what to look for in green design.
Bil Becker - CEO of Aerotecture International - invented a quiet, propeller-free wind turbine that's safe for birds.
Doug Farr - architect and designer of the platinum LEED certified Center for Green Technology - is designing Illinois' first zero net energy home in Ravenswood. Unlike other local green homes, it will be 100% off the grid, using no net withdrawal from Chicago's power systems.
Naomi Davis - attorney and founder of Blacks in Green - is working to convert underserved land on Chicago's South Side into a mixed-income eco development.
Florian Pfahler - owner of Hannah's Bretzel eco cafes - is reducing waste in carry out food by using local ingredients and replacing disposable utensils and cups with biodegradable alternatives.
The preview shown above is from "Before Spring," a film featuring interviews with these five luminaries. Look for it at the Chicago Green Festival at Navy Pier on May 17th.
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Hannah's Bretzel is definitely worth checking out.
I had the opportunity to meet Florian shortly after he opened his first store.
The pretzel (bretzel) bread is delicious and the overall brand and concept is really refreshing. It really is a leader in my opinion in that it provides a fresh and organic option in an industry that is dominated by big, unhealthy chains.
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