Environment & Sustainability

Coverage of green innovations, and climate and environment issues and developments, especially those told by local voices and that offer solutions for community concerns.

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.

Latest in Environment & Sustainability
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.

Holiday meals can be a large source of food waste.
Ask an Environmentalist: How can you prevent food waste? This app donates it to people in need

Holiday food waste is a common problem. But thanks to a new app available in Fort Wayne, it doesn’t have to be.

Products like lightbulbs and batteries require unique recycling methods.
Ask an Environmentalist: How do you recycle used batteries and lightbulbs?

This is how you properly dispose of items that don’t go into your bin.

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