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December 10, 2019

Christmas tree farms decline in Indiana

Researchers have identified a 40% decrease in Indiana Christmas tree farms since 2002.
November 26, 2019

Pope Francis considers making environmental destruction a sin

At the 20th World Congress of the International Association of Penal Law, Pope Francis suggested adding “ecological sin against the common home” to the catechism.
November 20, 2019

Tainted Dreams

Chernobyl survivor, organic farmer faces new contamination problem in Indiana
November 19, 2019

Worldwide children’s health at risk from climate change

Children are at greater risk of health effects from climate change than other groups, according to a report from The Lancet.
November 19, 2019

Online returns contribute five billion pounds of waste to landfills annually

In December alone, more than 1 million packages will be returned to retailers each day.
November 14, 2019

West Lake Corridor project receives award for environmental preparedness

The West Lake Corridor project, which will add to the South Shore Line, has been recognized for Excellence in Environmental Documentation Preparation
November 14, 2019

Former Republican Congressman to speak at environmental event in Indianapolis

Former Republican Congressman Bob Inglis will deliver the keynote speech at the annual “Greening the Statehouse” event in Indianapolis this Saturday.
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

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 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.
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