Little Fort

09/24/2025

https://sbn-detroit.org/aquaaction-chooses-detroit-for-u-s-headquarters/

Positioning the Region as a Water-Tech Hub

08/22/2025

This is something that needs to be on our radar.

To read the full Water use report you can click the link in our bio.


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The rapid growth of data centers researching AI is raising a new concern: depletion of drinking water supplies across the Midwest. Large data centers, which need water for cooling, are expected to use more than 150 billion gallons of water across the U.S. over the next five years — enough water to supply 4.6 million homes.

But in almost all instances, the amount of water that’s being withdrawn for a single data center development is unknown because secrecy agreements between government bodies and companies, according advocacy organization Alliance for the Great Lakes.

“Most of the focus around data centers has been on the energy side,” Helena Volzer, water policy expert with the Chicago-based group. “What we don’t know about water questions is more than what we do know.”

Chicago and Illinois are being targeted for massive data centers, lured in by state and local government subsidies. There are more than 200 already built or in development across the state.

Read more at the link in bio.
Story by Brett Chase
Photo by Anthony Vazquez/Sun-Times

08/15/2025

Come on out to job fair hosted by Mario at Lakehurst Center! Coffee, donuts, tacos and ice cream. Great job putting it together Mario!

07/18/2025

🌱 How We Keep the Little Fort Film Festival Sustainable

1. Digital-First Experience
We’ve gone paperless! Tickets, schedules, and programs are all digital to minimize waste and maximize convenience.

2. Eco-Conscious Venues
Our festival partners with venues that prioritize renewable energy, efficient lighting, and green building practices.

3. Greener Transportation
We encourage attendees to take public transit, bike, or carpool. Together, we can reduce emissions and support clean air.

4. No Single-Use Plastics
You won’t find plastic straws or water bottles here. We offer compostable or reusable alternatives at every touchpoint.

5. Sustainable & Local Food
Our food vendors prioritize local, organic, and plant-based options—good for the planet and great for your taste buds.

6. Virtual Screenings Available
Can’t attend in person? Join us online. Our livestreams reduce travel emissions and expand our reach.

7. Conscious Merchandise
Festival merchandise is created using recycled, organic, or sustainably sourced materials—wear your values proudly.

8. Smart Waste Stations
Clearly marked recycling and compost bins help reduce landfill waste. Our team guides attendees on what goes where.

9. Carbon Offsets in Action
We measure and offset our festival’s footprint by investing in verified carbon offset programs.

10. Environmental Films on Screen
We spotlight powerful stories about the environment to spark dialogue, awareness, and action.

06/27/2025

Join us at the Lake County Cultural Association Job Fair August 15. We are looking for a social media person!

06/13/2025

One week from today, join our friends from the Waukegan Chamber of Commerce and the Little Fort Film Festival for a low-key meet and greet and more!

06/08/2025

Listing of national and international environmental film festivals

06/08/2025

https://www.9and10news.com/2025/06/04/new-great-lakes-trail-promises-economic-and-recreational-benefits/

The U.S. Great Lakes Waterfront Trail initiative is a joint effort by CSG Midwest and eight Great Lakes states to develop a recreational trail.

06/05/2025

Environmental films keep coming in! Over 60 films submitted for the 2026 Festival and more are submitted every week from all around the world. Deadline is December 9, 2025.

05/20/2025

To date, over 60 films from around the world, in both English and Spanish. Look where they are coming from!

05/20/2025

We welcome our new international partners, Doc-House Tunisia. Little Fort Environmental Film Festival and Doc-House Tunisia join in a world partnership to share environmental stories!
https://www.facebook.com/Doc.House.Tunisie/

Doc House - Tunisie est une organisation indépendante à but non lucratif fondée en 2018. Elle œuvre à promouvoir la production, la distribution et le réseautage professionnel liés au documentaire en Tunisie et en Afrique du Nord.