NJLA Conference Recap

SLI at NJLA Conference

We extend our sincere appreciation to all those who attended the recent NJLA Conference, where the Sustainable Libraries Initiative (SLI) made an appearance. We are grateful for the opportunity to connect with librarians, professionals, and enthusiasts who all share a passion for sustainable practices in libraries.

Congratulations, Montauk Library! | Sustainable Libraries Initiative

The Sustainable Libraries Initiative is pleased to announce that we have certified our first library system through the Sustainable Library Certification Program. The Mid-Hudson Library System (MHLS), led by Executive Director and SLI Co-Founder, Rebekkah Smith Aldrich, has earned this designation.

Brentwood Public Library in Brentwood, NY is now officially a Certified Sustainable Public Library! They are the thirteenth public library in the United States to become certified and the eighth in Suffolk County, NY. 

For Immediate Release

September 14, 2022

Aileen Basuljevic and Beth Green, School Library Media Specialists, are Certified Sustainable

The Sustainable Libraries Initiative is celebrating the certification of Haverstraw King's Daughters Public Library!

May 4, 2022

The Sustainable Libraries Initiative is celebrating the certification of our second School Librarian, Paula Michalak. Paula is the District Librarian at the Silver Creek Central School District in Silver Lake, NY.