Retired WGN Chief Meteorologist Tom Skilling presented with a Climate Action Hero Lifetime Achievement Award

Gabriel Castillo

April 20, 2024 at 10:30 PM

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CHICAGO — Retired WGN Chief Meteorologist Tom Skilling was the guest speaker at Chicago’s first Climate Hero Awards on Saturday night at the Climate Action Meusum in the West Loop.

Before delivering his remarks, Tom was presented with a bobblehead of himself. He then spoke about climate change and the impact it has on the planet.

Tom was also presented with a Climate Action Hero Lifetime Achievement Award.

Saturday’s event paid tribute to exceptional individuals and organizations for their unwavering dedication and leadership in climate change mitigation.

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