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Chicago DOE @chicagodoe.bsky.social · Sep 22

Yesterday, we proudly joined A Long Swim, @mayorofchicago.bsky.social, Friends of the Chicago River, and Current for the first open-water swim in the Chicago River in 98 years! https://blockclubchicago.org/2025/09/21/swimmers-return-to-chicago-river-for-1st-time-in-a-century-the-river-is-so-clean/

Swimmers Return To Chicago River For 1st Time In A Century, Marking Dramatic Transformation

Hundreds of swimmers dove into the Chicago River on Sunday to raise money for ALS research and highlight the river's rebound after years of pollution and unsafe conditions.

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Chicago DOE @chicagodoe.bsky.social · Sep 3

Want to share your ideas for protecting our lakefront? Join us for the first meeting of the Shoreline Advisory Board!

📆 Thursday, September 18
🕒 3pm
📍 City Hall - 121 N LaSalle St, Room 1003A

Learn more at chi.gov/ShorelineAdvisoryBoard

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Chicago DOE @chicagodoe.bsky.social · Aug 20

¡Recordatorio! Nuestros socios del proyecto "Defusing Disasters" quieren saber cuáles ideas deseas priorizar para proteger la gente del calor extremo. La encuesta cierra el 1 del septiembre
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Chicago DOE @chicagodoe.bsky.social · Aug 19

Reminder! Our 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.

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chicagooemc.bsky.social @chicagooemc.bsky.social · Aug 1

Chicago remains under an Air Quality Alert today in effect until midnight. If possible, limit prolonged activity outdoors today. For more visit airnow.gov

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Chicago DOE @chicagodoe.bsky.social · Jul 29

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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Chicago DOE @chicagodoe.bsky.social · Jul 29

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: chi.gov/ReadySetSolar

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Chicago Department of Public Health @cdph.bsky.social · Jul 22

The next two days are going to be hot! On a new episode of Healthy Chicago Podcast, we talk about the dangers around hot weather, symptoms of heat-related illness, and what we all can do to stay safe on muggy summer days.

Apple: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/h...
YouTube: youtu.be/3QsM8lqlY90

How to Stay Cool During the Hot Chicago Summers

Podcast Episode · Healthy Chicago Podcast · 07/22/2025 · 20m

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Chicago DOE @chicagodoe.bsky.social · Jul 22

Want to learn if solar energy is right for your home or business? Join DOE & Chicago Public Library for a free workshop! Industry pros from @cubillinois.bsky.social, @elevatenp.org, & 548 Enterprise will discuss the process, costs, & benefits of installing solar panels. RSVP at chi.gov/ReadySetSolar

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Chicago DOE @chicagodoe.bsky.social · Jul 22

Yesterday, DOE, Chicago Public Library, & 2FM announced the completion of the first two Library Solar projects. As part of our #Chi100 initiative, the City installed new rooftop solar, lighting, & HVAC systems at the South Chicago and Humboldt Park library branches. www.chicago.gov/content/dam/...

Group of City officials and community partners posing together on a rooftop with a cityscape, a building with rooftop solar panels, and church spire in the background.

Person speaking at a podium with a "City of Chicago" seal, located in a library, with banners displaying local information. Audience members are seated, listening.

Exterior view of the South Chicago branch of the Chicago Public Library with a stone facade and large windows under a clear blue sky, surrounded by lush green trees.

Aerial view of a street intersection featuring solar panels on a building, a lush green tree, and a church with a tall steeple. Vehicles and a few individuals are visible along the sidewalks.

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Chicago DOE @chicagodoe.bsky.social · Jul 14

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/DefusingDisastersEvent

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Chicago DOE @chicagodoe.bsky.social · Jul 9

Join @mayorofchicago.bsky.social, DOE, @cdph.bsky.social, Chicago Park District & our partners at @buffett.northwestern.edu to remember the 1995 Heat Wave victims & learn how Chicago is working to build heat resilience.

📅 7/15/25, 5:30pm
📍Columbus Park Refectory
RSVP: chi.gov/DefusingDisastersEvent

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Chicago DOE @chicagodoe.bsky.social · Jun 24

Join us Thurs. for a conversation on energy justice, in partnership w/ @elevatenp.org. DOE Commissioner @angtovar.bsky.social, Dr. Diana Hernández, & Elevate CEO Anne Evens will discuss the problem of energy insecurity facing households in Chicago & across the U.S. www.eventbrite.com/e/elevates-b...

Chicago DOE @chicagodoe.bsky.social · Jun 23

Stay safe, Chicago! If you need to beat the heat, you can head to a DFSS cooling center or any Chicago library, Park District field house, or police district to cool off.

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Chicago DOE @chicagodoe.bsky.social · Jun 20

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.

Group of eight professionals posing for a photo in the Chicago City Council chamber with an American flag and a Chicago flag in the background.

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chicagooemc.bsky.social @chicagooemc.bsky.social · Jun 17

With high temperatures today and extreme heat and humidity forecast for the weekend and early next week, OEMC and Ironheart want to share tips to beat the heat and stay safe.
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Chicago DOE @chicagodoe.bsky.social · Jun 20

Tune in for an important message about the extreme heat warning taking effect tomorrow, 6/21. @mayorofchicago.bsky.social @chicagooemc.bsky.social @cdph.bsky.social @chicagoparks.bsky.social
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Extreme Heat Watch Press Conference 6.20.25

YouTube video by Mayor Brandon Johnson

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Chicago DOE @chicagodoe.bsky.social · Jun 10

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: www.eventbrite.com/cc/chicago-d...

Chicago DOE @chicagodoe.bsky.social · Jun 2

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: www.eventbrite.com/cc/chicago-d...

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Mayor Brandon Johnson @mayorofchicago.bsky.social · Jun 5

Chicago, there is an air quality alert until tomorrow at midnight. Please share this widely.

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Chicago DOE @chicagodoe.bsky.social · Jun 2

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: www.eventbrite.com/cc/chicago-d...

Chicago DOE @chicagodoe.bsky.social · Jun 2

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: www.eventbrite.com/cc/chicago-d...

Chicago DOE @chicagodoe.bsky.social · May 27

UPDATE: The meeting originally scheduled for tomorrow (May 28th) has been rescheduled to June 10th. Find full details on all three meetings here: www.eventbrite.com/cc/chicago-d...

Chicago DOE @chicagodoe.bsky.social · May 27

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Chicago DOE @chicagodoe.bsky.social · May 27

As the anniversary of the deadly 1995 heat wave approaches, the City is working with community members, university partners, & healthcare professionals to develop new measures to keep Chicagoans safe. Help us shape heat policy by completing this survey: northwestern.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...

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Chicago DOE @chicagodoe.bsky.social · May 23

To learn more, watch this recent story about Space to Grow on @cbschicago.bsky.social!
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Chicago program develops school playgrounds that capture stormwater, reduce floods

A new playground in Chicago's West Pullman neighborhood can capture more than 300,000 gallons of water — which won't flood homes or streets in the community.

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