meetinchicago.com McCormick Place Once the largest hotel in the world, the 1927 Hilton Chicago is now among the greenest, with waste reduction programs and a rooftop garden. Their LightStay initiative can offer suggestions to reduce your event’s carbon footprint and provide a post-event impact report. The Kimpton Gray Hotel repurposed Chicago’s 1894 New York Life Building, saving it from demolition. The hotel sources local ingredients from sustainable farmers and partners with Clean the World to keep soaps out of landfills. TRANSIT Chicago’s extensive public transportation system makes it easy to get around. The ‘L’ train has stops at both Chicago O’Hare and Midway International Airports. And the city is working toward an all-electric bus fleet by 2040. Bikeshare provider Divvy offers classic bikes, ebikes, and scooters for single rides or all-day rentals. Unlock your wheels from over 800 docking stations around the city and hit the bike lane. If your attendees are coming from the Chicago suburbs, the Metra commuter rail provides easy — and eco-friendly — access to the city. These trains reduce carbon dioxide emissions by over 256,000 tons annually! And for those traveling from farther away, Amtrak trains arrive downtown at Chicago Union Station from cities across the country. Amtrak trains are 34% more energy-efficient than flying, and 46% more efficient than driving.
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