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'How could Chicago be the world’s most climate-resilient city?' WBEZ Radio, 91.5-FM

"How could Chicago be the world's most climate-resilient city?" WBEZ Radio, 91.5-FM

September 10, 2026

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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 Responsibility
Kevin Fitzpatrick, assistant director of engineering at the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago

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https://www.wbez.org/in-the-loop-with-sasha-ann-simons/2026/09/10/how-could-chicago-be-the-worlds-most-climate-resilient-city

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