Environmentalism

I believe that we should each take responsibility for our environmental footprint and work to right the wrongs that have occurred in the past, while striving to prevent more damage within our communities. While we need our government to help us, it’s important not to wait as the situation becomes more critical daily.

I try to support larger, more global causes as well as local efforts. Financial support is an ongoing need but volunteering locally is important as well. You’ll find a list of organizations that I support and a link below. Of course, there are other worthy organizations beyond my short list, and I hope you’ll find one that suits you.

Sycamore Land Trust
Central Indiana Land Trust

Land trusts protect private land from further development. Often, they also restore the land to its natural habitat. Look for Land Trusts in your area and support them financially and as a volunteer.

Friends of the White River

This group works to restore this waterway that runs through my city from northeast to southwest. Years of industrial and farming pollution have taken their toll, as well as folks within the city dumping their waste.

Hoosier Environmental Council

This organization lobbies on behalf of all environmental issues, pushing our State legislators to take better care of the state, whether it be industrial polluters, corporate farming, renewable energy sources, etc.

Interfaith Power and Light

This organization works within the faith communities to build awareness of environmental issues and creates programs so they can support it within their building and their membership.

Citizens Climate Lobby

This national group meets with our country’s legislators to help them understand the value of caring for the planet in their districts. They also sponsor bicycle climate rides to raise funds and awareness of their work.

Sierra Club

An important national and international organization that also has state chapters. Protecting animals, the environment, the National Parks, and pushing to build more renewable energy.