
This city will soon run only on renewable energy
Chicago will run all public buildings and city operations on 100% renewable energy by 2026, to help achieve a 62% emissions reduction by 2040.
Net Zero Carbon Cities’ mission is to create an enabling environment for clean electrification and circularity, resulting in urban decarbonization and resilience.
The program aims to do this by fostering public-private collaboration to bridge the gap across the energy, built environment and transport sectors.
Chicago will run all public buildings and city operations on 100% renewable energy by 2026, to help achieve a 62% emissions reduction by 2040.
The World Economic Forum is convening stakeholders with a role to play for global cities to have a chance of reaching the net zero carbon goal for by 2030.