IKE Coalition

09/04/2026

The September focus from Clear Choices Clean Water is the important role that trees play in improving water quality! Native trees and shrubs do so much more than just look good. They are crucial for keeping our water clean and healthy. From preventing soil erosion to filtering pollutants, these plants are essential for watershed protection. Learn why planting native trees matters for our water quality and take the pledge! indiana.clearchoicescleanwater.org/pledges/tree/

08/27/2026

Limit watering grass to 2-3 times a week at most to save 750-1,500 gallons per month. If you step on the grass and it springs back, it doesn’t need water. Grass is naturally meant to go dormant, and during dry times of year, water conservation is extremely important to our communities. Learn more from our friends at Clear Choices Clean Water by visiting indiana.clearchoicescleanwater.org/pledges/water-conservation/outdoor-savings

08/24/2026

For our Indianapolis friends - there is an amazing community health fair coming up at the Frederick Douglass Park and Family Center on September 5th - you can expect fun with live music, a park for kids to play in, informational booths, health screening opportunities for children and adults, and more!

08/21/2026

With more than 100,000 Hoosier children in childcare, it is estimated Indiana could reduce emissions by 119 tons each year simply by encouraging parents to turn off vehicles while dropping off and picking up children at daycare.

Smart Schools Don’t Idle program began as a pilot at elementary schools in Marion County, implemented by Improving Kids’ Environment and the City of Indianapolis Knozone program, through a grant from the US Environmental Protection Agency. Today, the “Smart Schools Don’t Idle” program has been implemented statewide and is completely free to participating pre-K and K-12 schools.

IKE is interested in enrolling 5-10 schools (K12 included) in Indiana for the 26-27 school year. Interested schools can reach out to Jocelyn Keranen at [email protected] for more information or to fill out an interest form!

08/19/2026

We all use a lot of water in the kitchen, but here are some ideas to help conserve a bit more of it! Beyond installing water-efficient appliances, we can do lots of little things to make a big difference. Learn more by taking the August Clear Choices Clean Water pledge at indiana.clearchoicescleanwater.org/pledges/water-conservation/

08/17/2026

The Indiana Department of Health recently launched a new tool on their lead and healthy homes webpage where you can search for a licensed lead professional! We consistently hear concerns from people around what to do after a positive lead test is found in a child or when lead is discovered in a home - this tool is the perfect place to start to help you find a contractor who can verify where lead hazards are in your home as well as someone to do the lead removal in a safe manner.

Check out this video to learn more and see how you can find and utilize this tool!

08/11/2026

Turning the water off while you brush your teeth is a simple way to conserve water! Around 200 gallons per week for a family of four for this quick action. We can all make a huge impact by making small daily changes. Be a part of the movement by taking the Clear Choices Clean Water August pledge at indiana.clearchoicescleanwater.org/pledges/water-conservation/

08/10/2026

If you are in the North Central region of Indiana, then mark your calendars for August 21st from 4-8pm to get out to the 29th annual Envirofest hosted by the Elkhart Environmental Center 🌻🌱🐢

Envirofest is the largest even of the year for the center where attendees can expect to enjoy live music, educational booths, hear speakers, children's activities and more all surrounding and supporting the center's efforts to preserve, protect, and restore the environment through education, service, and outreach.

08/03/2026

The August pledge from Clear Choices Clean Water is all about how individuals can participate in water conservation! Did you know that minor leaks account for 1 TRILLION gallons of water wasted across the country per year? (According to the EPA.) Part of this month's water conservation pledge includes fixing leaky faucets, and the site will calculate how much water YOU are saving per year as you pledge. Check it out at

Between the water we drink, use to shower, flush our toilets, wash our clothes and dishes, and use to keep our lawns green, the average American family uses about 300 gallons of water every day. That’s more than seven full bathtubs! Such high demand could put a strain on our water resources.

07/28/2026

UV rays from the sun are especially powerful in the summertime and we tend to spend a lot of time outdoors with sports, camps, pool days, and more. That is why it is important to practice sun safety to avoid sunburn that can cause short- and long-term skin damage.

Check out these sun safety tips to keep your summer fun and burn free!