Policy

Prohibits investment of pension assets in fossil fuel companies and requires divestment of any holdings of stocks, securities, or other obligations to a fossil fuel company.

A board designated to research and develop a shoreline management plan, shoreline emergency response plan, identify and recommend the City Council proposed shoreline
protection legislation, and facilitate shoreline erosion public education.

An ordinance setting a limit on harmful indoor emissions in most new building
construction to encourage equitable building decarbonization and aiming to lower utility costs for residents of Chicago through energy-efficient building electrification.

Change Titles 5 and 11 of the Chicago Municipal Code to enhance the Utility Billing Relief Program. The amendment aims to improve access to affordable water and sewer services for low-income residents.

Holistic climate and economic legislation that phases out fossil fuels and promotes renewables in the energy sector, extends energy efficiency and green building programs, supports disadvantaged communities affected by fossil fuels and the transition from them, and more.

Ordinance that creates a managed native garden registry to prevent enforcement actions and fines under the current Weed Ordinance from affecting native / sustainable landscaping.

Reduces plastic pollution by eliminating significant sources of single-use plastic in Chicago, advancing sustainable solutions to keep drinking water clean and ecosystems healthy.

Establishes a Board bringing together agency heads, arborists, community leaders, and elected officials to coordinate efforts and discuss ways to sustain and grow the City’s tree canopy. It will identify opportunities to supplement public funds with private donations, increase public education, and recommend needed changes to City laws.

Affirms that access to safe water is a basic human right, and amends various ordinances to ensure equitable access to such water at affordable cost.

Resolution declaring a state of climate emergency that threatens the health and well-being of Chicago's inhabitants and environment, resolving to allocate funds to promote urgent climate action, and calling on state, federal, and international governments to follow suit.