The beginning of 2025, however, signaled a major milestone in the citys efforts toward increased sustainability.

Its also an achievement that has taken nearly a decade to realize.

Shortly thereafter, the developer began construction on Double Black Diamond, a massive solar farm in central Illinois.

Chicago reaches massive renewable energy goal

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To learn more about Chicagos energy initiatives, visit the citysrenewable energy page.

Chicago reaches massive renewable energy goal

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Chicago reaches massive renewable energy goal

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