Organizations and individuals who care about the state of the Earth can become members.
Connect with Member Organizations to support local conservation efforts and get involved
ATEEC Interactive Learning Lab
Address: 201 N Harrison St, Ste 102, Davenport Web: http://ateeclab.org/ Phone: 563.441.4093 E-mail: hkballou@eicc.edu Serve: Quad City Area |
The Advanced Technology Environmental Energy Center (ATEEC) is a national center that supports environmental and energy technology education to address the needs of the national and global workforce. As a National Science Foundation Center of Excellence, ATEEC provides curriculum development, professional development, and program improvement in the nation's community colleges and secondary schools. The ATEEC Interactive Learning Lab is a resource for local youth and educators who have the opportunity to learn from a variety of different hands-on displays on energy, renewables, and environmental topics. The Lab also offers programming that can be provided onsite at area schools. Through the Carver Lending Library, educators also have access to a multitude of hands-on science kits and curricula to use in their own classrooms.
Energy, Renewable Energy, Environment |
Bi-State Regional Commission
Address: 1504 3rd Ave, Rock Island, IL 61201 Web: www.bistateonline.org Phone: 309.793.6300 E-mail: Serve: Scott, Muscatine, Rock Island, Henry and Mercer Counties |
The Bi-State Regional Commission is a local, voluntary organization serving 44 municipalities and 5 county governments. It serves as a forum for intergovernmental cooperation and delivery of regional programs, including multi-modal transportation planning, trails and greenspace project development, solid waste planning, comprehensive land use plans, and other environmental services.
Transportation, Land Use, Energy, Trails |
Davenport Parks and Recreation
Address: 700 W River Dr, Davenport, IA 52802 Web: davenportiowa.com/parks Phone: 563.328.PARK (7275) E-mail: Amanda.Randerson@davenportiowa.com Serve: Quad City Area |
Davenport Parks and Recreation is committed to a healthy and vibrant Davenport. Our Mission is to enrich our community through rewarding experiences, appealing destinations, and responsible stewardship.
Fees are associated with some, but not all of our programs, resources and amenities. To learn more about what we have to offer, visit our website, browse our facilities, or our course catalog located at http://recpro.ci.davenport.ia.us. Health, Wellness, Plants, Gardening, Sports |
Davenport Public Works
Address: 1200 E 46th St, Davenport, IA 52807 Web: davenportiowa.com/publicworks Phone: 563.326.7923 E-mail: dpw@davenportiowa.com Serve: Provided within Davenport City Limits |
Public Works is responsible to maintain our natural and built environment with vision and environmental stewardship. We are: the streets, signs and signals that aid your daily commute, the systems that collect waste from your home, the programs that protect the health and safety of our citizens and our community's environment, and the projects that maintain and allow our City to grow. The services provided are fundamental to quality of life.
We promote citizenship and stewardship in a variety ways within the community, find out more at www.cityofdavenportiowa.com/pwed. Watersheds, Urban Forestry, Water Run-Off (stormwater) Management, Wastewater, Soil Quality, Compost, Land Use and Planning, Careers |
iLivehere
Address: 5640 Carey Ave, Davenport, IA 52807 Web: www.ilivehereqc.org Phone: 563.468.4218 E-mail: info@ilivehereqc.org Serve: Scott County |
iLivehere empowers you with information, activities, and resources for becoming a better steward of our environment. We provide cleanup supplies, loan event recycling containers and coordinate MAKE it YOURS, our adoption program. Learn more by exploring our website.
Formerly Keep Scott County Beautiful, iLivehere was formed in 2008 as Waste Commission of Scott County's environmental outreach program. It is a Keep America Beautiful affiliate and share KAB's mission: empowering individuals to take a greater responsibility for their community environment. Waste, Recycling |
Nahant Marsh Education Center
Address: 4220 Wapello Ave Web: nahantmarsh.org Phone: 563.336.3370 E-mail: nahantmarsh@eicc.edu Serve: Quad City Area |
Nahant Marsh is a 265-acre preserve nestled in southwest Davenport. It is part of a 513-acre wetland complex along the Mississippi River. The marsh is home to over 150 species of birds, 400 species of plants, and a wide variety of mammals, fish, reptiles, amphibians, and insects, including several rare and endangered species. Nahant provides a variety of experiences: trails, dock, viewing platforms, bird blind, wet prairie meadow, mesic prairie, sand prairie, open water habitat, floodplain forest and vernal ponds. Nahant Marsh is a great place to explore wildlife and learn about the flora that once covered much of the landscape in Iowa. Visitors can enjoy bird watching, nature photography, hiking, snowshoeing, cross country skiing and picnicking, or participate in a variety of environmental education experiences available at the center. Visit the website to learn more.
Wetlands, Watersheds, Birds, Mammals, Fish, Reptiles, Amphibians, Insects, Plants |
Niabi Zoo
Address: 13010 Niabi Zoo Rd, Coal Valley, IL Web: www.NiabiZoo.com Phone: 309.799.3482 E-mail: info@niabizoo.com Serve: Quad City Area |
Niabi Zoo offers an opportunity to explore 40 acres of a 287-acre forest preserve while enjoying the countryside of Rock Island County. This exploration guides guests through the discovery of more than 600 animals representing over 200 biologically diverse species. With its dynamic education programs and unique guest experiences, the Zoo also provides superb animal care for 25 species that are endangered, vulnerable and threatened with extinction. Niabi is the at the forefront of conservation of species and habitats through local efforts as well as supporting conservation partners from around the world.
Conservation, Endangered, Species, Birds, Mammals, Reptiles, Amphibians, Fish, Invertebrates, Plants, Pollinators, Ecosystems, Habitat |
Nicolina's Turtle Company
Address: 1617 2nd Ave., Suite 300, Rock Island, IL Web: www.NicolinasTurtleCo.com Phone: 309.230.7587 E-mail: hello@nicolinasturtleco.com Serve: Quad City Area |
Nicolina is a young lady on a mission to save turtles and other animals from the harmful effects of plastic waste. One million seabirds and one hundred thousand marine animals die each year due to plastic entanglement and ingestion. Nicolina’s Turtle Company works to reduce plastic use by getting people to skip plastic straws. Nicolina sews and sells colorful straw pockets as a fun way to encourage people to utilize re-usable straws while earning money to donate to conservation efforts. Nicolina’s Turtle Company has donated to Niabi Zoo, Nahant Marsh, QC Botanical Center, and Living Lands and Waters to adopt turtles, start a scholarship fund to help children attend Zoo Camp, lead local clean-up efforts, and create ARTivism (Activism through Art) projects to inspire change.
Plastic, Waste, Straws, Sustainable Products, Environment |
Partners of Scott County Watersheds
Address: 1200 E 46th St, Davenport, IA 52807 Web: http://www.partnersofscottcountywatersheds.org/ Phone: 563.336.3378 E-mail: info@partnersofscottcountywatersheds.org Serve: Scott County |
In 1990, 1993 & 1995 severe flooding occurred on Scott County urban streams. This flooding was a result of the conventional methods being used to deal with stormwater. These events and concerns with water quality in Scott County streams led to the formation of the Partners of Scott County Watersheds, an alliance committed to developing and implementing ways all citizens can be better stewards of our watersheds.
Since then, the group has been improving water quality in Scott County by providing residents, landowners, developers, environmental organizations, educators, and government officials with education, technical support, volunteer opportunities, and financial assistance to promote and install best management practices. Stormwater, Soil Quality, Green Infrastructure, Streams, Creeks, Water Pollution, Water Run-off |
Progressive Action for the Common Good (PACG)
Address: 1212 W 3rd St, Suite 3D, Davenport, IA 52802 Web: http://www.pacgqc.org/ Phone: 563.676.7580 E-mail: qcprogressiveaction@gmail.com Serve: Quad City Area |
As progressives, we empower people to take action for positive change and social justice by coordinating a network of community forums and events aimed at educating and engaging citizens to work for the common good of all. Our core values are: Social Justice, Empowerment, Diversity, Sustainability and Community.
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River Action, Inc.
Address: 822 East River Drive, Davenport, IA 52803 Web: http://www.riveraction.org/ Phone: 563.322.2969 E-mail: riveraction@riveraction.org Serve: Quad City Area |
River Action was founded in 1984 with goals to foster the environmental, economic, and cultural vitality of the Mississippi River and its riverfront in the Quad City region. Our mission is to collaborate and partner with people who appreciate and understand the importance of the Mississippi River and its place within the Quad Cities region. Advocate for the protection and enjoyment of the Mississippi River. Develop and present programs, activities, and projects that positively impact the people of the Q.C. region and provide opportunities to enjoy the Mississippi River. Educate people in the Q.C. region about the history, environmental impact, and uniqueness of the Mississippi also while respecting the natural beauty of the river and recognize those people who share this respect.
Conservation, Environmentalism, Watersheds, Community |
Rock Island County Agriculture in the Classroom
Address: 31501 52nd Ave, Suite 3, Moline, IL Web: http://rockislandaitc.weebly.com Phone: 309.736.7432 E-mail: aitc@ricofarmbureau.org Serve: Rock Island County |
Agriculture in the Classroom (AITC) is an Illinois statewide educational program. Its goal is to help educators, students and the general population gain a greater awareness of the importance of agriculture in their daily lives. The Rock Island County AITC program uses agriculture as a medium to teach social studies, language arts, math and science. By using agricultural products and animals that are familiar to children, new information and ideas are more meaningful to students and easier to understand. The local agricultural literacy program meets the Common Core and Next Generation Science Standards and consists of: classroom programs for students (K-12), in-services/workshops for educators, many free-loan resources for schools, public awareness, and networking to strengthen efforts statewide and nationally.
Agriculture, Plants, Soils, Water and Watersheds, Careers, Renewable Resources, Agricultural and Fiber Products, Animal Care and Nutrition, Insects, Embryology, Agricultural Economics, Biotechnology, Genetics, |
Rock Island County Soil and Water Conservation District
Address: 3020 1st Ave, East Milan, IL 61264 Web: www.rockislandswcd.org Phone: 309.764.1486, Ext 3 E-mail: riswcd@rockislandswcd.org Serve: Rock Island County |
The Rock Island County Soil and Water Conservation District was established February 10, 1942. Soil and Water Conservation Districts were established under the Illinois Soil and Water Conservation District Act in 1937, and although SWCD is a governmental body, it is not a branch of federal, state, or county government. It is classified as a "local unit of government".
The Rock Island County Soil and Water Conservation District strives to take available technical, financial, and educational resources, whatever their funding source, and coordinate them so that they meet the needs of the local land user for conservation of soil, water and related resources. Soil, Watersheds, Land Use |
Rock Island County Waste Management Agency (RICWMA)
Address: 1504 3rd Avenue, Rock Island, IL 61201 Web: www.RICWMA.org Phone: 309-788-8925 Serves: Rock Island County |
RICWMA is a partnership between 13 local governments that coordinates countywide waste division and recycling efforts. RICWMA maintains drop-off recycling sites, curbside used tire and appliance recycling, e-waste recycling, and household hazardous waste disposal for all residents of Rock Island County. RICWMA also provides education and outreach programs focused on reducing, reusing, recycling, and reconsidering waste.
Waste, Recycling |
Scott County Health Department
Address: 600 W 4th St, Davenport, IA 52801 Web: www.scottcountyiowa.com/health Phone: 563.326.8618 E-mail: health@scottcountyiowa.com Serve: Scott County |
The Scott County Health Department is dedicated to providing public health services to address routine and emerging health issues.
Our Mission is to: Promote, protect, and preserve health through leadership, service, education, and partnerships. Our Vision is a Safe and healthy Community. Our department is led by an administrative team that works directly with the Scott County Board of Health, and consults physicians to guide our programs and services. Our staff is organized into service areas that address environmental, public health and safety, clinical, community and correctional health. For more information on the Scott County Health Department visit our website. Health, Safety, Food Waste Reduction |
Sierra Club Eagle View Group
Address: 1400 E River Dr, Davenport, IA 52803 Web: www.sierraclub.org/illinois/eagle-view Phone: E-mail: information@sierraclub.org Serve: Quad City Area |
Eagle View Group is a bi-state group that covers northwestern Illinois and eastern Iowa, focused in the Quad City area. Our group holds monthly meetings and quarterly outings. We also have a Tree Hugger Trivia Fundraiser to raise money for our annual Environmental Film Festival. Sign up for our listserv here.
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Wapsi River Environmental Education Center - Scott County Conservation Board
Address: 31555 52nd Ave, Dixon, IA 52745 Web: scottcountyiowa.gov/conservation/wapsi Phone: 563.328.3286 E-mail: rebecca.baugh@scottcountyiowa.gov Serve: Quad City Area |
The Wapsi River Environmental Education Center is located along the Wapsipinicon River and consists of 225 acres of upland and bottomland forests, grasslands, and wetlands. The Wapsi Center, along with Sherman Park across the river, provide a 432-acre complex with goals including protection of existing natural resources, managing diverse wildlife habitat, providing a comprehensive environmental education program, outdoor recreation opportunities and public access to the Wapsipinicon River. The trails at the Wapsi River Environmental Education Center site are open to the public from sunrise to sunset. Find more information on hours and programs on our website.
Natural History, Prairies, Woodlands, Wetlands, Fish, Wildlife, Reptiles and Amphibians, Native American History, Birds of Prey, Lodging/Rentals, Recreation, Menke Observatory |
Waste Commission of Scott County
Address: 11555 110th Ave, Davenport, IA 52804 Web: www.wastecom.com Phone: 563.381.1300 E-mail: mail@wastecom.com Serve: Eastern Iowa and Western Illinois |
The Waste Commission of Scott County provides environmentally and fiscally sound solutions for solid waste management in Eastern Iowa and Western Illinois. The Commission owns and operates the Scott Area Landfill, Scott Area Recycling Center, Household Hazardous Material Facilities and Electronic Demanufacturing Facility. In addition to providing waste management services, it operates an environmental management system, a public education program, and houses the Scott County affiliate of Keep America Beautiful, called iLivehere.
Educational offerings include facility tours and presentations about waste and recycling. Waste, Reycling |
WVIK, Quad Cities NPR
Address: 815 38th St, Rock Island, IL 61201 Web: www.wvik.org Phone: 309.794.7500 E-mail: info@wvik.org Serve: Quad City Area |
WVIK, Quad Cities NPR, provides 24-hour-a-day news and classical music to the Quad Cities and surrounding community in eastern Iowa and northwestern Illinois. WVIK is a public service of Augustana College in Rock Island, IL. Our signal broadcasts at 90.3 FM across eastern Iowa and northwestern Illinois, 95.9 FM in Dubuque, IA and a small portion of southwestern Wisconsin, and around the globe at WVIK.org. Listen for Riverway Stories on Saturday mornings. This series of interviews is provided in collaboration with River Action. Check out TallgrassQC, our environmental news website, provided in collaboration with the Figge Art Museum.
Water, Environment |
Xstream Cleanup
Address: 5640 Carey Ave, Davenport, IA 52807 Web: www.xstreamcleanup.org Phone: 563.386.9575 E-mail: info@xstreamcleanup.org Serve: Quad City Area |
Xstream Cleanup is a Quad-Cities initiative to clean up our waterways with the goal of maintaining clean water for drinking, recreation, wildlife and commerce. Our community partners provide fun, worthwhile volunteer opportunities that give you a reason to get out, have fun, get dirty and make a difference. Check out the calendar of events on our website, and sign up for e-news to make sure you don’t miss updates!
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