Sustainability

Stephanie Gottesman of "Women Are: Fort Wayne" interviews Jodi Leamon about living a zero-waste lifestyle.

Podcast: 10 ways to move toward a zero-waste lifestyle in Fort Wayne

Jodi Leamon of the Allen County Department of Environmental Management shares tips, tricks, and stories on green living.

Latest in Sustainability
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.

The Lilly Center for Lakes and Streams at Grace College engages students in water quality work and conservation.
How healthy are northeast Indiana’s lakes and streams? Ask the Lilly Center at Grace College

The Lilly Center for Lakes & Streams at Grace College studies and optimizes the health of water ecosystems.

A waterfall at Hathaway Preserve at Ross Run in Wabash.
Waterfalls in northeast Indiana? Discover hidden treasures on ACRES Land Trust preserves

Meet the land trust preserving more than 7,100 acres of nature in northeast Indiana.

#PeopleofNEI: Natalie and Ben Hoffman, feeding northeast Indiana

"Farmers really are the foundation of the food industry. We are its beating heart."

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.

Plastic bags bans are a controversial topic in Indiana.
Ask An Environmentalist: If we’re ditching plastic straws, why hasn’t Indiana banned plastic bags?

It turns out, there is actually a ban on banning plastic bags in Indiana.

Recycling right requires containers to be empty, clean, and dry. But it doesn't have to be a hassle.
Ask an Environmentalist: What are some next-level tips to be a recycling pro?

How to fight food waste, tidy up the fridge, and try a few new recipes at the same time.

Single-use plastic items like water bottles are not "sustainable."
Ask an Environmentalist: What do you mean when you say ‘sustainable’?

Spelling out exactly what “sustainability” means in different contexts might make advocacy more effective.

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