Department

Environment

As of January 1, 2012, the Department of Environment no longer exists as a standalone unit. The integrated model that replaces it is critical to incorporate sustainability so that it is a part of every policy decision and capital investment. Starting in 2012, each department and sister agency will be engaged in creating a more sustainable Chicago. 

During this time of transition, we request your patience as Environment information is transferred to other departments. 

Webpages that have already been transferred are available at the following links.  Please update your bookmarks accordingly:

• Chicago Center for Green Technology
• Chicago Conservation Corps
• Environmental Permits and Enforcement
• Household Chemical and Computer Recycling Facility
• Greencorps
• Invasive Species
• Reporting Plastic Bag Recycling
• Sustainable Transportation
• Sustainable Backyards
• Waste Management and Recycling
• Urban Management and Brownfield Redevelopment

Most Recent News (Environment)

Dec 8, 2011	Enrique Gonzalez of Hoxie Prairie Garden Named Gardener of the Year at the 2011 Mayors Landscape Awards
Nov 18, 2011	Chicago Celebrates Graduates Trained in Ecological Restoration
Aug 22, 2011	Illinois Solar Tour 2011
Aug 18, 2011	Mayor Emanuel Launches Updated "Nature & Wildlife Plan"
May 23, 2011	Chicago's Climate Adaptation Measures Get Noticed
View all News Releases (Environment)

What We Do

• Energy & Sustainable Business
• Green Buildings, Roofs and Homes
• Natural Resources & Water Quality
• Permits, Environmental Code Enforcement & Complaints

Supporting Information

• Chicago Climate Action Plan
• Chicago's City Hall Rooftop Garden
• File an Environment FOIA Request
• Ford Calumet Environmental Center

City Data

• FOIA Request Log - Environment