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November 7, 2019

White River State Park introduces recycling initiative

White River State Park has introduced a recycling initiative that’s expected to keep approximately 30 tons of waste out of Indiana landfills annually.
November 7, 2019

More than 11,000 scientists declare climate emergency

More than 11,000 scientists from 153 countries have released a report declaring a climate emergency.
November 7, 2019

Illinois company accused of illegally dumping construction debris near Gary, Indiana

Illinois-based demolition contractor IESCO has been accused of illegally dumping construction debris near Gary, Indiana, according to Inside Indiana Business.
November 6, 2019

EPA proposal seeks to reduce pesticide area of responsibility for farmers

Shrinking application exclusion zone could put workers on neighboring properties at risk.
November 5, 2019

Plants may consume more water as climate warms, taking supplies from humans

As the planet warms, people living in North America, parts of central and South America and Eurasia may face water shortages as plants adjust to higher levels of carbon dioxide.
November 5, 2019

Lowe’s bans PFAS chemicals in rugs and carpets

By January 2020, Lowe’s will no longer sell carpets or rugs containing PFAS chemicals, the National Resources Defense Council reports.
November 5, 2019

Friends of Lake Monroe to develop plan for Lake Monroe watershed

The Friends of Lake Monroe have been awarded federal funding through the State of Indiana to develop a management plan for the Lake Monroe watershed.
November 4, 2019

Indiana’s Youth Take the Lead in Climate Change Action

October 31, 2019

The Midwest is one of the best places for renewable energy

A study from the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health has determined that building renewable energy in the upper Midwest helps maximize environmental and health benefits.
October 31, 2019

Rising sea levels could threaten homes of up to 300 million people

A recent study published in Nature Communications has determined that the homes of up to 300 million people will be threatened by rising sea levels – more than three times the previous estimate.
October 31, 2019

EPA to award $3 million in educational grants, Indiana applicants welcome

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is accepting grant applications for environmental education programs.
October 31, 2019

Chasing Echoes: Are Humans Scaring Bats to Death?

October 30, 2019

Environmental groups sue EPA to force tighter emissions controls at steel mills

More than a third of U.S. steel mills are located in Indiana and are responsible for the emission of hundreds of tons of air pollutants
October 29, 2019

Waste from vapes is polluting environment

Plastic waste from vaping is now polluting beaches and other natural environments, and may be finding its way into the ocean.
October 29, 2019

RecycleForce receives $200,000 EPA grant to train students for environmental jobs

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has awarded Indianapolis-based RecycleForce $200,000 to train formerly incarcerated citizens in environmental jobs.
October 29, 2019

Expansions coming to northwest Indiana wind farm

Northern Indiana Public Service Co. has announced the upcoming expansion of a wind farm in White County
October 24, 2019

Exxon Mobil accused of lying about profitability as climate changes

Texas energy company Exxon Mobil has been sued for deceiving investors about the impact of climate change on the company’s profitability.
October 24, 2019

Climate change will impact spread of Ebola

As global temperatures warm, Ebola outbreaks could become more common and spread to new parts of the world.
October 24, 2019

Climate change may cause European peatlands to release CO2

Peatlands absorb CO2 from the atmosphere and store it in the soil, but as they dry, they can have the opposite effect.
October 22, 2019

LARE grants to improve water bodies in 23 Indiana counties

More than $1.1 million in grant money has been awarded to 23 Indiana counties for the improvement of seven lakes and 15 rivers and streams.
October 22, 2019

Climate resilience industry worth $1.3 trillion in America

Research conducted at University College London has found that America’s “green economy” generates more than $1.3 trillion annually and employs nearly 9.5 million Americans.
October 22, 2019

Banded bald eagle gives DNR insight into population recovery in Indiana

The recent discovery of a banded bald eagle near Vincennes has given the Indiana Department of Natural Resources insight into the success of bald eagle reintroduction efforts.
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.
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