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Official Twitter account for City of Chicago Department of Environment. Read our Climate Action Plan here: https://t.co/z2IJ9p7Fw7
Chicago, IL
Joined February 2012
¡Recordatorio! Nuestros socios del proyecto "Defusing Disasters" quieren saber cuáles ideas deseas priorizar para proteger los habitantes de Chicago del calor extremo. La encuesta cierra el 1 del septiembre. 🔹 Español: 🔹 Inglés:
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Reminder! Our academic & community partners from the Defusing Disasters Project want to know which ideas you want to prioritize to help keep Chicagoans safe from extreme heat. Survey closes on 9/1/2025. 🔹 English: . 🔹 Español:
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"Environmental Justice isn't optional, it's a moral obligation. " - @ChicagosMayor.
Regardless of what the federal government does, our administration will continue to fight for affordable housing and environmental justice.
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RT @ChicagosMayor: Regardless of what the federal government does, our administration will continue to fight for affordable housing and env….
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Recently, we joined @ChicagosMayor for a Day in the 49th Ward. Along the way, we visited @familymattersch, a Climate Infrastructure Fund grant recipient. By using the funds to lower their building emissions, they will be able to save on utilities & focus on their mission.
WATCH LIVE: Mayor Brandon Johnson attends the 49th Ward Day in the Ward Press Conference.
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RT @NWSChicago: Poor air quality due to wildfire smoke continues today. Fine particulate matter will be at unhealthy levels for everyone in….
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RT @ChicagoOEMC: NotifyChicago: . Air Quality Alert Air Quality Alert issued August 1 at 8:31AM CDT by NWS Chicago IL.
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The City of Chicago Department of Environment remains firmly committed to fighting the deregulatory actions proposed today by the US EPA. See the full statement from DOE Commissioner Angela Tovar in the image below.
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How do you know if solar panels will work for you? And how do you ensure you're working with a company you can trust? Come to a free workshop and get the facts! RSVP to join us today in Humboldt Park, Thursday in South Chicago, or 8/11 in the Loop:
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RT @ChiPublicHealth: Today & tomorrow will reach temperatures in the mid-to-high 90s. Certain populations are more vulnerable, incl. those….
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RT @ChicagoOEMC: Things are heating up today and tomorrow. If you're looking to stay cool try one of these tips! Or visit your nearest publ….
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Want to learn if solar energy is right for your home or business? Join DOE & @chipublib for a free workshop! Industry pros from @cubillinois, @ElevateNPO, & 548 Enterprise will talk about the process, costs, & benefits of installing solar panels. RSVP at
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Yesterday, DOE, @chipublib, & 2FM announced the completion of the first two Library Solar projects. As part of our #Chi100 initiative, the City installed new rooftop solar, lighting, and HVAC systems at the South Chicago and Humboldt Park library branches.
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RT @ChicagoOEMC: Starting tomorrow, the combination of heat and humidity may make it feel >100°F several days in a row! Here are some tips….
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RT @chipublib: CPL, @ChicagoDOE and the Department of Fleet & Facility Management announced the installation of new solar panels on the roo….
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Reminder to join us tonight at 5:30 pm at Columbus Park Refectory:
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Cooked screening and panel discussion: See how Chicago is tackling extreme heat with data, community, and policy recommendations
Heat-related illness is the leading cause of weather-related deaths in the U.S. Join us tomorrow night at 5:30pm at the Columbus Park Refectory to learn how the City, community, and academia are coming together to design solutions to protect Chicagoans.
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Heat-related illness is the leading cause of weather-related deaths in the U.S. Join us tomorrow night at 5:30pm at the Columbus Park Refectory to learn how the City, community, and academia are coming together to design solutions to protect Chicagoans.
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Join @chicagosmayor, DOE, @ChiPublicHealth, @chicagoparks, & our partners at @BuffettInst to commemorate the 1995 Heat Wave victims and learn how Chicago is working to build heat resilience. 📅 Tuesday, July 15, 5:30pm.📍Columbus Park Refectory.RSVP at
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Join us Thursday for a conversation on energy justice, in partnership with @ElevateNPO. DOE Commissioner Angela Tovar, @DrDianaHernandz, & Elevate CEO Anne Evens will discuss the problem of energy insecurity facing households in Chicago & across the U.S.
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Join us for an online discussion to celebrate the release of the new book, “Powerless: The People’s Struggle for Energy."
No one should have to choose between cooling or heating their home & putting food on the table. "Powerless" shares the stories of real people experiencing energy insecurity & real solutions to help. RSVP to join the conversation on 6/26!
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RT @ChicagoOEMC: It'll be another hot one today. If you're looking to stay cool try one of these tips! Or visit your nearest public library….
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