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We work to equitably advance the climate and environmental priorities of the City of Chicago.

Key Priorities

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Climate Action Plan

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Our Roots Chicago

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Chi100

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Clean Energy Initiatives

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Climate Resilience

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Environmental Justice

Learn more about Climate Infrastructure Fund projects.
See the Environment and Sustainability Programs page for additional information about City of Chicago environmental initiatives.
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RECENT NEWS

November 4, 2025 - City of Chicago Joins C40 "Cool Cities Accelerator" to Tackle Deadly Extreme Heat
August 1, 2025 - Mayor Brandon Johnson Announces Release Of 2022-2023 Chicago Energy Benchmarking Report
July 21, 2025 - Chicago Departments of Environment and Fleet and Facility Management, in Partnership with Chicago Public Library, Announce New Library Solar Installations
July 15, 2025 - Mayor Johnson, City Officials Honor 1995 Heat Wave Victims, Forgotten WWII Hero Emilio Aguirre with Full Military Funeral Honors
April 25, 2025 - City Of Chicago Celebrates Arbor Day with Tree-Planting Event
April 16, 2025 - Mayor Brandon Johnson Introduces the Hazel Johnson Cumulative Impacts Ordinance
January 3, 2025 - Mayor Brandon Johnson Announces 100% Renewable Energy Milestone For City Of Chicago
October 25, 2024 - Mayor Brandon Johnson And The City Of Chicago Department Of Environment Announce Request For Proposals For Green Stormwater Infrastructure Strategy
October 21, 2024 - Mayor Brandon Johnson Announces Backyard Compost Bin Giveaway

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Department of Environment

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Suite 970
Chicago, IL 60602
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