Green events made easy
Chicago is the perfect place to make a big impact on your attendees — and a small impact on the environment.
Discover eco-friendly Chicago venues, hotels, vendors, and more to start planning your next green meeting.
Greenhouse cocktail hour at Eden
Sustainable meetings in Chicago
Sustainability in Chicago
Green Chicago at a glance
- 600+ parks owned by the Chicago Park District
- 500+ green roofs in Chicagoland
- 25 electric buses managed by the Chicago Transit Authority
- 470+ miles of bike lanes and trails
- 17,000+ bikes and e-bikes in the Divvy bike-share program
- No. 2 state for LEED-certified buildings in the U.S.
Looking ahead: Chicago’s green goals
- 62% reduction in citywide carbon emissions by 2040
- 100% renewable energy for city buildings by 2035
- 100% renewable energy for Chicago Transit Authority buses by 2040
Sustainability at McCormick Place
Recognized for sustainability efforts by Green Seal, LEED, and more
The largest farm-to-fork rooftop garden in the Midwest
Food rescue, campus composting, and waste sorting technology
100% of electricity usage is offset with certified wind renewable energy certificates
Meet sustainably in Chicago
Create an unforgettable experience for your attendees — while minimizing your event’s environmental footprint.
Discover resources for planning a better-for-the-planet meeting with these Chicago venues, caterers, hotels, and more that will help put some green in your next gathering.
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