Naperville Environment and Sustainability Task Force
The Naperville Environment & Sustainability Task Force is an all volunteer organization. Our mission is to assist, inform, and advise City government and Naperville residents and businesses to identify, prioritize, and implement sustainability initiatives and greenhouse gas reduction, with the goal of creating a sustainable, resilient, carbon-free future for Naperville.
We have a community meeting once a month, except in the summer when we plan outings and our annual picnic. Our focused committees meet independently.
Please read more about them on our Committees page, or contact us to find out more: NEST Contact Form
Scope of Work
Education
NEST works to build community understanding of environmental issues and their impact on Naperville. We focus on increasing awareness, strengthening public engagement, and helping residents and organizations identify practical steps they can take to reduce their environmental footprint. By fostering informed participation, NEST supports the development of policies and actions that address pollution, climate change, and other environmental challenges.
Community Advocacy
NEST serves as an independent environmental organization committed to advancing sustainability in Naperville. We research issues, gather community input, and share recommendations with city staff, elected officials, and local partners to encourage environmentally responsible decision‑making. Our committees work to promote plans and policies that support long‑term sustainability and strengthen collaboration across the community.
2026 Priorities
- Say No to Coal and yes to clean energy
- Climate Action Plan for Naperville
- Safe and connected bike and pedestrian infrastructure
- Building energy efficiency stretch codes
- Funding the Naperville Renewable Energy Program
- Educational programming
Check out our calendar for events involving our 2025 priorities and click here to get involved!
Organization Goals
- Align with other governments and scientific consensus to reduce Naperville’s carbon pollution by 50% (from 2005 levels) by 2030 and reach net zero by 2050.
- Transition to clean electricity.
- Building energy efficiency.
- Building electrification.
- Electric vehicle infrastructure.
- Safe active mobility (biking, rolling, and walking).
- Waste reduction, composting, and recycling.
- Add native landscapes and trees.
- Transition to electric lawn equipment.
See our 2036 page to learn more.
