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October 18, 2019

NASA releases long-term precipitation satellite data

October 17, 2019

Two-thirds of America’s bird population at risk from climate change

Two-thirds of America’s bird population is at risk of extinction from climate change, according to a new report from the Audubon Society.
October 17, 2019

New York man, “God” sue EPA to tighten restrictions on pesticide use

A New York man filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, claiming that God commanded him to do so.
October 17, 2019

Four Indiana locations receive funding for water infrastructure projects

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has announced it is investing $201 million in rural water infrastructure projects, including four in Indiana.
October 16, 2019

EPA Proposal Could Help Hoosiers Ensure Lead-free School Drinking Water

October 15, 2019

NASCAR to introduce hybrid-powered cars

As early as 2022, NASCAR could introduce hybrid race cars powered by both gas and electricity.
October 15, 2019

Indiana Environmental Reporter to host high school journalism contest

IER will host a high school journalism contest, inviting students from around the state to submit news features about environmental issues impacting their communities.
October 15, 2019

DNR warns hunters of prominent deer diseases

Indiana hunters need to beware of possible deer diseases during this fall’s hunting season, according to a statement by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources.
October 10, 2019

Indiana company recognized as environmental leader by EPA

The United States Environmental Protection Agency has recognized Indianapolis-based Delta Faucet Co. as a 2019 Sustainable Excellence Award Winner for water conservation.
October 10, 2019

EPA to host open house about USS Lead Superfund site in East Chicago, Ind.

The United States Environmental Protection Agency has announced two open house discussion sessions about the work completed in 2019 on the USS Lead Superfund site in East Chicago, Indiana.
October 10, 2019

EPA Announces $436 Million Loan for Indiana Water Projects

Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act loan to finance wastewater and drinking water projects in 20 Indiana communities
October 10, 2019

DNR announces changes to Lake Michigan fish stocking

The Indiana Department of Natural Resources has announced upcoming changes to fish stocking in Lake Michigan.
October 9, 2019

Opinion: State Forestry Budget is Critical to the Health of Our Hardwood Industry and Our Forests

October 9, 2019

Advocacy Groups Threaten to Sue Indiana Steel Mill Company for Federal Water Quality Violations

Groups say intervention was necessary after state and federal inaction
October 8, 2019

Race a determining factor in access to clean water

A recent report of EPA data has confirmed the suspicion that water contamination disproportionately affects majority-black communities.
October 8, 2019

Purdue University researchers find link between herbicides and breast cancer

Indiana researchers have discovered a link between herbicide ingredient glyphosate and breast cancer.
October 8, 2019

Mosquito-killing pesticide may also harm bee population

A chemical sprayed last week in three Indiana counties to stop the spread of a virus deadly to humans may have killed a number of bee hives in the process.
October 3, 2019

Study shows that fetuses are affected by air pollution

A new study has shown that air pollution particles can penetrate the placenta and expose unborn babies to toxic chemicals.
October 3, 2019

Indiana University Researchers Monitor Airborne Pollution in Great Lakes

Researchers awarded $6 million EPA grant to continue long-term toxic chemical monitoring program
October 3, 2019

IDEM awarding grant money for community recycling

Community Recycling Grants will be awarded to projects that promote sustainability, education and waste reduction.
October 3, 2019

EPA announces grants to replace old diesel buses

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has announced approximately $10 million in grant money to help public schools replace older school buses, which can emit more air pollution.
October 1, 2019

Report reveals which world leaders emit the most CO2 during travel

Data analyzed by travel site fromAtoB found that President Donald Trump created the second-largest carbon travel footprint of G20 leaders in 2018.
October 1, 2019

Plastic teabags found to contaminate tea with microplastics

A new study published in Environmental Science & Technology has found that plastic teabags contaminate tea with microplastic particles.
October 1, 2019

Indiana University awarded nearly $6 million for air pollution research

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has awarded nearly $6 million to Indiana University to continue research on toxic air pollutants in the Great Lakes region.
September 30, 2019

IDEM Warns of Harmful Algal Blooms in Ohio River

Toxic bacteria could negatively affect human health
September 26, 2019

Video game companies pledge to go greener

At the United Nations Climate Action Summit on Monday, 21 gaming companies pledged to do their part in ending climate change through the Playing for the Planet industry-wide initiative.
September 26, 2019

Indiana DNR invites Hoosiers to volunteer in support of public lands

On Sept. 28, Indiana will participate in the largest nation-wide single-day volunteer effort for public lands, the Indiana Department of Natural Resources announced on Tuesday.
September 26, 2019

IDEM urges consumers to recycle old smartphones

Earlier this week, the Indiana Department of Environmental Management took to its Twitter page to encourage Hoosiers to recycle their old smartphones through the Indiana E-Cycle program.
September 26, 2019

EPA’s Cross-state Pollution Rules Under Fire

EPA may rewrite a 2018 rule update after court says agency is legally obligated to protect downwind states from heavy pollution states like Indiana
September 24, 2019

Six Indiana institutions awarded Governor’s Awards for Environmental Excellence

The Governor's Awards for Environmental Excellence were given to honor Indiana initiatives that went above and beyond to protect the environment in 2018.
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