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By arun, August 12, 2011

It’s been about three months since the new administration took over, and city cyclists may have noticed some interesting changes underway.  Although it’s early, I thought it might be worth recapping what the Rahm Emanuel administration promised, what they’ve achieved and where it looks like things are headed with respect to bicycling in Chicago.

Although the city saw an increase in cyclists as well as supporting infrastructure and events during the previous administration, there was an appreciable slowdown during the last couple of years, presumably the result of looming budget challenges. During the election, Emanuel pledged to review and potentially accelerate areas Continue reading 'Bicycling in the city – 3 months with the new administration'»

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By Joey Feinstein, June 29, 2011

There’s an age-old idiom you’ve likely heard: “it takes a village to raise a child.” Today, the global village is tasked with taking on the unprecedented challenge of global warming—a problem whose consequences every child the world over faces. The spirit of Climate Cycle is founded upon the principal of local solutions to global pollution. Through this, we generate bite size solutions to a problem that can otherwise feel isolating and overwhelming, with students and schools at the heart of those efforts.

This past May 22^nd we completed our 3^rd annual Ride to Recharge. The first three rides combined have brought out over 1100 riders and raised a combined $250,000 through rider pledges. On top of this, a variety of wonderful sponsors, including Motorola, Whole Foods, ING Direct, Chevy, REI, Surf Sweets and others have contributed crucial monetary and community related support for our efforts. As a result, to date 10 schools have received solar installations and 15 additional green school Continue reading 'Climate Cyclelogy'»

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By csolmos, April 20, 2011

As we inch closer to nice weather, we encourage you to consider biking as an alternative mode of transportation.  Not only is it often the quickest way to get from point A to B in the city, it’s cheaper than CTA fare and is great exercise too.  The City of Chicago’s Bicycling Ambassadors are encouraging you to do the same!

The City of Chicago’s Bicycling Ambassadors are a team of bicycle safety and education specialists who have been encouraging Chicagoans to ride their bikes more often and safely since 2001.  Their goals are to increase the number of trips made by bicycle, reduce the number of bicycle related injuries and to help all users to share the road. Continue reading 'Invite a Bicylcing Ambassador to Your Next Event'»

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By Joey Feinstein, March 30, 2011

The past two Mays, a group of passionate environmentalists have descended upon Chicago’s lakefront trail by bicycle to raise money for solar panel installations and other green projects in local schools. Combined, 900 riders have raised $175,000 in the first two rides. This has spurred 15 green school projects including edible school gardens, bike clubs, anti-idling campaigns, camping excursions and solar panel making clubs. Additionally, 10 schools have “gone solar” to date.

Just as Climate Cycle schools are located all across Chicago, so to do our supporters come from all neighborhoods and walks of life. It is a rare and inspirational experience to see so many ages and ethnicities coming together for the common cause of improving our children’s future while addressing global warming. This is what Climate Cycle is all about.

The routes include lengths of 4,10,20,62 and 125 miles. All skill levels are welcome, with a dynamic closing celebration Continue reading 'Recharge Revolution'»

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By arun, November 17, 2010

You wouldn’t know it from the week that just passed, but Winter really is right around the corner.  For many of us it’s tempting to stow the bike away until next spring, but bicycling (even in the long and unforgiving Chicago winter) can still be the most enjoyable way to get around town.

Of course, biking in the cold, dark and snowy conditions of winter does require a bit more preparation than just hopping on your bike in July, but if you can take a few common sense precautions, you’ll enjoy pedaling around town while everyone else is looking for parking spots.

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By Chicago Conservation Corps., November 1, 2010

Explore Reuse and Redesign: Green Furniture-Redesign at Green Tech University
Saturday, November 6 10:00am-12:00pm Chicago Center for Green Technology
445 N. Sacramento greentech@cityofchicago.org

This session will take a look at the furniture industry’s impact on the environment and offer insight into more sustainable options: reuse, redesign and reupholstering existing furniture. Ashlie Langan, design consultant and project manager at a local reupholster shop, will inspire you to take a look at that worn sofa or your grandmother’s dining chairs in a whole new light!

Explore Active Transit: Blackstone Bikes, Bicycle Maintenance Workshop
Wednesday, November 10 6:00pm-9:00pm
Experimental Station 6100 S. Blackstone RSVP: (773) 241-5458

This single-session weekly class covers the basics. You will learn what every gear, link, and bolt is called and how it functions. Truth be told, you need to know how it works before you can fix it. We’ll cover the basic repairs to keep you rolling: flat fixes, patch tubes, adjust brakes. You’ll get a multi-tool and a reference guide to take home.

Explore Community Conservation: Lurie Garden Lecture; Everything Comes Into This World Hungry, Soil Making and Building
Thursday, November 18 6:00pm-7:30pm
Chicago Cultural Center 78 E. Washington, 5th Floor
RSVP:  bonnie.tawse@cityofchicago.org

Explore Stewardship: Chicago Park District Restoration Workday at the North Park Village Nature Center
Sunday, November 27 9:00am-12:00pm 5801 N. Pulaski
RSVP: (312) 744-5472

Volunteers are need to help restore nature areas. Earn service hours and a great sense of fulfillment. Unless an age restriction is indicated, children and youth under 18 must be accompanied by a responsible adult at all times. Activities may include trail maintenance, invasive plant species removal, brush-cutting, seeding, or planting. Tools provided. Unless specified, no pre-registration is required for groups of 10 or fewer. New faces welcome!

By: Chicago Conservation Corps.

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By csolmos, October 23, 2010

Alec and Katherine mounted their bicycles in Portland, Oregon to ride across America as 350 Solutions Revolution. They are filming a documentary that shines a light on innovative, local solutions to the climate crisis. Joined by Cool Planet founder Paul Thompson and Canadian environmentalist Malkolm Boothroyd, the 350 Solutions Revolution team is making their way through Madison, Milwaukee, Chicago, South Bend, Detroit, Pittsburgh and Washington D.C., catching a train to Florida and a sailboat to Cancun, Mexico for the 2010 United Nations Climate Conference. They will carry messages of thousands of Americans to policy makers in Washington D.C and
leaders gathered in Cancun, Mexico to follow the lead and get to work.

Tomorrow, October 24, the team will arrive in Chicago, after over two months of biking.  If you’re interested in meeting with the team and learning more about what they plan to do while in the windy city, please contact Paul Thompson @ 612-245-8740.

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By csolmos, August 25, 2010

I came across this video about bike and CTA travel on Active Trans. blog and I thought it was very informative and wanted to share!  Hope you enjoy!

By: Christina Solmos