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Sustainability

Conservation of natural resources and sustainable practices are core to the Association of Zoos and Aquarium's (AZA) accreditation standards. As an AZA-accredited organization, we're committed to advancing innovative strategies that support our green goals. We take pride in our conservation efforts, both globally and within our zoos, and our dedicated Conservation Committee continually drives progress in sustainability. Here's how we’re making a difference:

tree canopy

Building Tree Canopy for Climate Resilience

net zero

Decarbonization

gardening

Food Forests

Giddy-Up Grill

Food Service

installing heat sensor in Franklin Park

Heat Sensor Pilot Program

organic garden

Pest and Plant Management

rain garden

Rain Gardens

ring-tailed lemur in recycle bin

Recycling & Composting

solar array

Renewable Energy

shuttle bus

Transportation