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Renaturalization of Chicago River

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To green the riverbanks of Chicago River and to bring wildlife back to the city is the goal of Urban Rivers. Image source: Shutterstock (#124318897)

The nonprofit organization Urban Rivers designed wetlands along the riverbanks of Chicago River. The goal is to rehabilitate urban waterways with local plant and animal species. The organization got their plans approved by the city and raised their funding faster than expected. The project will be implemented by May next year.

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