Heartlands Group of the Sierra Club Hoosier Chapter

06/19/2026

Long before it became a federal holiday, Juneteenth lived in Black memory, Black prayer, Black churches, Black parks, Black family reunions, and Black joy. It is more than a celebration of emancipation—it is a demand that we tell the truth about who built this country, who continues to shape it, and why protecting Black freedom strengthens democracy for everyone.

Environmental justice is not separate from democracy. Communities cannot protect their air, water, land, or health if they are denied political power, stripped of historical truth, or pushed out of public decision-making. That is why Juneteenth belongs in environmental work. Because freedom has a geography. It lives in our lungs, our water, our neighborhoods, our stories, and our shared future.

Truth matters. Help us spread it. Wishing you a happy and meaningful .

06/17/2026

While air and noise pollution are common concerns, little is known about PFAS contamination from the AI buildout

06/17/2026

For our Wednesday Win today: Since 1999, over 700 family farms have been recognized for using sustainable farming methods to protect Hoosier waterways. The prestigious River Friendly Farmer Award honors farmers for their exceptional soil and water conservation practices.

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06/10/2026

In January this year, Columbus received a $100,000 Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) Community Recycling Grant Program (CRGP)

"Community recycling programs are a win-win for Hoosiers. They protect our environment and lower disposal costs," said IDEM Commissioner Clint Woods. "IDEM is proud to partner with these organizations to provide innovative solutions to increase recycling throughout the state." (The Republic)

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06/10/2026

Join our Hoosier Chapter Book Club's this summer!

📖Our June 30th selection is Patricia Ononiwu Kaishian's Forest Euphoria: The Abounding Queerness of Nature. Learn more & RSVP here: https://act.sierraclub.org/events/details?formcampaignid=701Po00001QJ9oDIAT

📚On July 14th we will discuss The Devil's Element: Phosphorus and a World Out of Balance by Dan Egan. Learn more & RSVP here: https://act.sierraclub.org/events/details?formcampaignid=701Po00001ZwwVGIAZ

Can't make either? We have several more great reads lined up this year! Visit sc.org/hcevents to find out more about the rest of our Book Clubs this year and check out the other cool events we have coming up at Hoosier Chapter!

06/04/2026

Looking for a Summer read? Look no further! Join one of our monthly Book Clubs and join Hoosiers from across the state in lively discusssions about environmental and climate issues! Visit sc.org/hcevents to learn more!

06/03/2026

For our Wednesday Win today: Solar power proliferated in Indiana last year, despite roadblocks threatening the industry's future in the state. All in all, the state's solar capacity nearly doubled in 2025, according to a report from Wood Mackenzie and the Solar Energy Industries Association, a trade group. Indiana saw the 3rd largest solar capacity influx in the country last year, behind energy giants Texas and California. (Indy Star)

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05/31/2026

Shout out to the magnificient team who supported our booth at Earth Day Indiana this weekend! You all are total rockstars and it was so wonderful to spend the day sharing our "why" with so many of our neighbors and community members! If you bumped into us Saturday or spent time at the table learning about the work our local Heartlands Group is doing in Marion, Boone, Hamilton, Madison, Hendricks, Hancock, Morgan, Johnson, and Shelby counties or about the work our state chapter, the Sierra Club Hoosier Chapter, is doing across Indiana, please visit our website sc.org/hcevents and make a plan to meet us on the trail, come to a meeting, join a book club, or attend an event or rally with us!
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05/29/2026

Sierra Club Hoosier Chapter Heartlanders, See you TOMORROW! We can't wait! 💚🌎🌱

🌎✨ EarthFest 2026 is tomorrow!

Join us at Garfield Park for a full day of sustainability, live music, local vendors, food, family activities, environmental education, and community fun 💚🌿

Explore interactive exhibits, shop local, discover eco-friendly organizations, enjoy outdoor experiences, and celebrate one of Indiana’s largest Earth Day festivals ☀️

Whether you’re coming for the music, the food, the activities, or simply to enjoy a beautiful day outdoors — there’s something for everyone at EarthFest!

📍 Garfield Park, Indianapolis
🗓 Saturday, May 30
⏰ 10 AM – 4 PM

Learn more:
https://www.earthdayindiana.org