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Jodi Leamon

Jodi Leamon

Jodi Leamon is a Fort Wayne native with degrees in Environmental Studies from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington and Biology from the University of Illinois Chicago. Send her your questions at Jodi.leamon@co.allen.in.us.

Jodi Leamon's Latest Articles

An app is helping Fort Wayne nonprofits prevent good food from going to waste.
As the pandemic draws attention to food disparity in Fort Wayne, here’s one way you can help

An app is helping Fort Wayne nonprofits prevent good food from going to waste.

The COVID-19 pandemic is showing us the power we have to impact our environment.
Ask an Environmentalist: What will our environment look like after the COVID-19 pandemic?

We’re seeing a quieter and cleaner world now, but what does the future hold?

Take a walk or jog to get exercise, and pick up litter in your neighborhood along the way.
COVID-19 making you depressed? Here are two tips to improve your mood—and Fort Wayne’s environment

“Think spring. Get outside. Do some good with your free time!”

Many products may appear to be recyclable or eco-friendly, but be sure to do your research.
Are you actually living eco-friendly? How to ‘go green’ without getting greenwashed

Don't be fooled by misinformation and companies trying to take advantage of your desire to "go green."

Three local business owners who have chosen to find a better use for food waste, even at the expense of personal convenience, staff hours, and increased bills.
How three Fort Wayne entrepreneurs are fighting food waste

Food waste doesn’t have to be bad for the environment. Here’s how three Fort Wayne entrepreneurs are repurposing it.

Composting helps keep organic materials out of the landfills, which contributes to climate change.
Ask An Environmentalist: How can I do my part to improve the climate? Try ‘lazy composting’

One of the simplest climate-positive habits to implement in the average person’s life is composting. Here’s an easy way to start.

The Fort4Fitness Fall Festival boasts participation from 7,500 residents and visitors.
What does it take for a large, annual festival to ‘go green’? Fort4Fitness is finding out

Along with creating a healthier population in Allen County, this forward-thinking festival is also creating a healthier environment.

What do you do with old shoes? Changing Footprints can help.
What do you do with old shoes in any condition? This Allen County nonprofit can help

A local chapter of an Indianapolis nonprofit will donate or recycle your old footwear.

Contacts can cause environmental issues if they are not properly disposed of.
Ask an Environmentalist: What is the eco-friendly way to dispose of contact lenses?

These tiny pieces of plastic can cause environmental issues if they are not properly recycled.

Tidy lawns might win awards, but they aren't the most environmentally friendly.
Ask An Environmentalist: What is the most environmentally friendly way to maintain my lawn?

Simple tips to do less to your lawn while creating more environmental benefits.

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