Chicago Department of Environment
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Official Twitter account for City of Chicago Department of Environment. Read our Climate Action Plan here: http://chicago.gov/climate
Today & tomorrow will reach temperatures in the mid-to-high 90s. Certain populations are more vulnerable, incl. those who are socially isolated, don’t have AC, are 65 years+, have a chronic disease, or are pregnant. Check out other tips + resources: bit.ly/2jIhK6U
Things are heating up today and tomorrow. If you're looking to stay cool try one of these tips! Or visit your nearest public library or park field house to get in the air conditioning.
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 chi.gov/ReadySetSolar
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. chicago.gov/content/dam/ci…
Starting tomorrow, the combination of heat and humidity may make it feel >100°F several days in a row! Here are some tips to beat the heat.
CPL, @ChicagoDOE and the Department of Fleet & Facility Management announced the installation of new solar panels on the rooftop of South Chicago and Humboldt Park Branch. This comes as part of @chicago's Chi100 effort to transition municipal operations to 100% renewable energy.
Reminder to join us tonight at 5:30 pm at Columbus Park Refectory: chi.gov/DefusingDisast…
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. chi.gov/DefusingDisast…
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. chi.gov/DefusingDisast…
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 chi.gov/DefusingDisast…
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. eventbrite.com/e/elevates-boo…
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! tinyurl.com/4559vvp4
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 or park field house to get in the air conditioning.
The multi-day stretch of oppressive heat and humidity continues today. Remember that the effects of heat are cumulative and especially dangerous for those without air conditioning. Practice heat safety wherever you are! Visit weather.gov/safety/heat for more. #ILwx #INwx
Last week, we convened the Shoreline Advisory Board for the first time. The new board will help protect Chicago's shoreline from damage, especially as climate change makes storms more severe. We're excited to work together to ensure the resiliency of our beautiful lakefront.
The @NWSChicago has issued an Extreme Heat Warning for Saturday, June 21 - Monday, June 23. Chicago residents can expect dangerously hot and humid conditions with high temps in the 90s, and peak afternoon heat index values of 100 to 105 degrees are possible. @chicago
Stay cool at one of the City of Chicago's Cooling Centers. For locations visit Cooling Centers - Map | City of Chicago | Data Portal, contact 3-1-1 for the nearest location and hours or download the Chicago AMC App.
Tune in for an important message from @chicagosmayor, @ChicagoOEMC, and @ChiPublicHealth about the upcoming heat advisory.
HAPPENING NOW: Mayor Brandon Johnson attends the Extreme Heat Watch press conference.
Missed the other green infrastructure meetings? Join us tonight at BUILD, Inc., in Austin, to learn how green infrastructure helps reduce flooding, share your thoughts, and help shape a greener future for Chicago! 🌳Learn more: eventbrite.com/cc/chicago-dep…
Reminder: join us tonight (6/2), Wednesday (6/4), or next Tuesday (6/10) to weigh in on how green infrastructure could help your neighborhood! For the June 4th event, Spanish interpretation will be provided. Learn more here: eventbrite.com/cc/chicago-dep…
Chicago, there is an air quality alert until tomorrow at midnight. Please share this widely.
Únete a nosotros esta noche (2 de junio), el miércoles (4 de junio) o el próximo martes (10 de junio) para contarnos cómo crees que la infraestructura verde podría ayudar a tu vecindario. El 4 de junio habrá interpretación en español. Más información aquí: eventbrite.com/cc/chicago-dep…
Reminder: join us tonight (6/2), Wednesday (6/4), or next Tuesday (6/10) to weigh in on how green infrastructure could help your neighborhood! For the June 4th event, Spanish interpretation will be provided. Learn more here: eventbrite.com/cc/chicago-dep…
