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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
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.
September 24, 2019

New nature preserve approved in Indiana

An 84-acre tract in northeastern Indiana known for its biodiversity has been approved by the state of Indiana as a state nature preserve.
September 23, 2019

Hoosiers Strike for Climate Change

Indiana students and allies joined global climate change action marches
September 17, 2019

Indiana health officials warn against EEE virus from mosquito bites

Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) virus has been detected in three horses and one group of mosquitos in Elkhart County, state health officials report.
September 12, 2019

FEMA officials arrested on fraud charges after stealing Hurricane Maria relief funds

Three individuals have been arrested on charges of disaster fraud, accused of stealing more than $1.8 billion in disaster relief funds that were intended to help rebuild Puerto Rico’s power grid.
September 5, 2019

Plastics in sediment may mark new geological era

As plastic use has increased, more plastic microfibers have made their way into ocean sediment.
September 3, 2019

September is Archaeology Month in Indiana

By delving into this history, modern-day Hoosiers can also explore important environmental questions regarding these sites.
August 22, 2019

Air pollution may cause degenerative eye disease

Age-related macular degeneration, which results in a gradual and permanent loss of vision, may be influenced by air pollution, a new study finds.
August 20, 2019

Disposable takeaway bowls found to pollute environment with PFAS chemicals

The disposable plant-based bowls used by many fast-casual restaurants have been found to contain toxic PFAS chemicals.
August 15, 2019

IDEM advisory warns against adverse health effects from algae in Indiana lakes

The Indiana Department of Environmental Management has released a recreational advisory after high levels of toxic blue-green algae were discovered in Indiana lakes.
August 13, 2019

European movement discourages air travel due to emissions concerns

A European movement known as “flight shaming” is encouraging travelers to take the train rather than to travel by air, citing concerns about the emissions put off by aviation.
August 6, 2019

Melding fast fashion with sustainability

Inditex, the parent company of fashion brand Zara, announced plans to transition to a more sustainable model after making its name as a frontrunner in the fast fashion industry.
July 18, 2019

Climate emergency declared in New York City

New York City became the most recent, and largest, city to declare a climate emergency in late June.
July 16, 2019

The U.S. produces 12% of world’s waste, recycles 35%

Americans contribute a disproportionately high amount of the world’s waste and recycle far less than the rest of the world.
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