- Identifying and addressing cumulative impacts in Chicago neighborhoods, particularly on the South and West Sides.
- Data gaps and limitations in measuring cumulative burden and vulnerability.
City of Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) and the Office of Climate & Environmental Equity (OCEE)
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
📈 Emissions by Report Period
| Report period | Headline emissions figure reported |
|---|---|
| 2008 | 34.6 million metric tons of CO2-equivalent (city) / 103 million metric tons per year (Chicago area) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Developed the Chicago Environmental Justice Index (Chicago EJ Index) to identify communities experiencing the greatest combined environmental, health, and social stressors.
- Created a map visualizing cumulative impact and vulnerability to environmental pollution in Chicago neighborhoods.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Develop the Chicago EJ Index Data Dashboard (early 2024).
📅 Medium-term
- Finalize and advocate for the EJ & Cumulative Impacts ordinance (by October 31, 2023).
- Develop guidance, rules, and standards to inform decision-making for zoning, permitting, and enforcement.
🔭 Long-term
- Continue to update the Chicago EJ Index and Data Dashboard with new and updated indicators.
- Implement the City’s Environmental Justice Action Plan and track progress annually.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Environmental JusticeCumulative ImpactsClimate Equity