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EPISODE · Sep 10, 2026 · 13 MIN

How could Chicago be the world’s most climate-resilient city?

from In the Loop (Segments) · host WBEZ Chicago

After another summer of record heat and constant extreme weather, it might not feel like Chicago is prepared for the increasing effects of climate change. But according to a report released earlier this year, Chicago is apparently the most climate-resilient big city in the entire world.In the Loop discusses this dichotomy with experts.GUESTS: Karen Weigert, director of Loyola University Chicago’s Baumhart Center for Social Enterprise and ResponsibilityKevin Fitzpatrick, assistant director of engineering at the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago

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