This episode examines Chicago's alarming failure to inform 900,000 residents about lead in drinking water, endangering thousands. We discuss the slow pipe replacement plan and the impact on vulnerable communities. Additionally, we touch on environmental justice in Baltimore’s wetlands project. This urgent conversation highlights the risks of inadequate infrastructure and communication amid climate change. Sources: Inside Climate News, The Guardian

Chicago’s Lead Crisis: A Public Health Fail

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The Daily Climate Pod is your go-to daily briefing on the stories shaping our planet’s future. Each episode unpacks the most pressing developments in climate science, environmental policy, and ecological justice, with a sharp focus on accountability, community impact, and the systems driving both crisis and change. We cut through the noise to deliver clear, investigative-style storytelling that explores everything from federal energy rollbacks and Indigenous land disputes to biodiversity loss, geoengineering experiments, and the future of climate resilience. Designed for professionals on the frontlines of change — including policymakers, climate scientists, legal advocates, journalists, educators, and grassroots organizers — this podcast delivers the insights, context, and urgency you need to stay informed and engaged. Fact-driven, justice-focused, and always a step ahead — this is your daily pulse on the climate crisis.

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Chicago’s Lead Crisis: A Public Health Fail

Chicago’s Lead Crisis: A Public Health Fail