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Free Public Electric Mowing & Tool Field Day
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This field day an exciting opportunity to explore the economic and climate benefits of electric landscaping equipment and how it can be viable for outdoor operations.

 Export to Your Calendar 6/3/2026
When: Wednesday, June 3
10:00am to noon
Where: William W. Powers State Recreation Area
Wolf Lake
12949 S Avenue O
Chicago, Illinois  60633
United States
Contact: David Nguyen
dnn2@uillinois.edu

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We will showcase electric-powered outdoor equipment from participating vendors, including:

  • Commercial and residential lawnmowers

  • String trimmers

  • Chainsaws

  • Leaf blowers

  • And more! 

The University of Illinois’ EnergySense Resilience Center has partnered with the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) to host this event. It is part of IDNR’s Climate Action Plan, which aims to reduce IDNR's climate footprint through sustainable site operations and public education.

This field day will be held at the William W. Powers State Recreation Area at 12949 S Avenue O, Chicago, IL 60633, on Wednesday, June 3rd, 10:00am - 12:00pm CST. 

This event is free and open to the public! Register here to receive parking directions and a name tag as we get closer to the event. 

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