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Chicago Achieves 100% Renewable Energy, Cuts Carbon Emissions

1/9/2025

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Chicago has proudly embraced 100% renewable energy for its municipal operations, largely fueled by the impressive Double Black Diamond solar farm. This monumental shift, which began in 2017, is set to slash carbon emissions by around 290,000 metric tons each year—like taking 62,000 cars off the road. The city is also committed to involving communities through solar initiatives and energy efficiency improvements.

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Chicago has proudly embraced 100% renewable energy for its municipal operations, largely fueled by the impressive Double Black Diamond solar farm. This monumental shift, which began in 2017, is set to slash carbon emissions by around 290,000 metric tons each year—like taking 62,000 cars off the road. The city is also committed to involving communities through solar initiatives and energy efficiency improvements.