MMSD Green Luminary® Award | Mequon Nature Preserve

From a vision to save “a little land” to 510 acres of restored habitat, Mequon Nature Preserve is a leader in land restoration, nature-based research, and education located in the heart of the Milwaukee River Watershed. The Preserve’s land and staff have inspired thousands of people over 26 years as they restore habitats and provide opportunities that inspire exploration and stewardship.  

In partnership with Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District’s (MMSD) Reforestation & Wetland Restoration program, over 43,000 trees were planted, and approximately 9 acres of wetlands were restored, transforming farm fields back to native habitat where flora and fauna can thrive and where countless visitors can explore now and into the future. Collectively, these nature-based solutions to flood management will intercept or store over 4 million gallons of stormwater runoff.

MMSD honors the Mequon Nature Preserve with its second Green Luminary Award for its vision and dedication over many years to make this transformational project come to life. Nine years ago, Mequon Nature Preserve won its first Green Luminary® Award by adding rain barrels, cisterns, and a green roof to its property.

What is a Green Luminary^® Award?

The Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District gives Green Luminary^® awards to businesses, organizations, and communities that implement exceptional green infrastructure design projects that benefit our lakes and rivers, as well as our communities.

MMSD's Rain Garden Plant Sale

Help protect Lake Michigan by ordering rain garden plants for up to 50% off retail. Plant supplies are limited for this plant sale. Once plants SELL OUT, the SALE WILL CLOSE! Order your rain garden plants today!

Home HazMat Drop-Off

NEW items and FREE drop-off for your household hazardous waste at one of our permanent or mobile collection locations. Help keep our land and water clean and safe!

Install a Rain Barrel

Get FREE water by the barrel from your roof and use it when it’s dry outside to use in your landscape.  Rain barrels help keep excess water out of the sewer system and help reduce water pollution.