The Chicago Academy of Sciences / Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum announced a $1.5 million construction project to transform a portion of the museum into a new state-of-the-art Sustainability Center that will serve as an interactive exhibit and resource center that focuses on human values and the importance of living in balance with the environment. Also featured will be rotating exhibits that highlight current practices in sustainability and ordinary people doing extraordinary things in the fight to save our environment. The new 1,100 square foot Sustainability Center, set to open in 2023, will be a permanent exhibit that leans on immersive storytelling through continually updated digital content and will feature open gathering areas where visitors can dive into the issues of sustainability and climate change. Designed for all ages to enjoy, the center will be transformed into two engaging and inviting areas; serving as both an interactive gallery and a community resource center.  Guests will learn about the environmental impact of local versus global food production and consumption and the impact of their water utilization while discovering simple ways to create a more positive impact. Guests will also learn about different forms of natural resources and discover how cultural values influence the environment and economic development.  To learn more about the Sustainability Center, visit naturemuseum.org/sustainability-center.