Indianola Green Team

10/06/2025

The Izaak Walton League of America’s Iowa division has started a grassroots campaign to raise funds for a water quality monitoring program, formerly funded by the state, at the University of Iowa. Read more here: https://www.kcrg.com/2025/10/01/izaak-walton-league-launches-fundraising-campaign-iowa-water-quality-monitoring/

10/06/2025

“You've heard a lot about water quality in Iowa this summer: nitrates in our waterways, record numbers of beach advisories, forever chemicals, fish kills, federal rollbacks of water protections, and more. The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is now requesting public input on potential changes to Iowa's water quality standards. This is a chance for you to be heard.

Have you wanted to speak up, but weren't sure who to contact or what to say? We've got you covered.

In this free webinar, IEC General Counsel Michael Schmidt will provide an easy-to-understand overview of major pollution problems impacting Iowa's water — and you'll learn how you can voice your concerns to important stakeholders to make a difference.”

Iowa Water Quality Standards: Your Role in the Process

08/19/2025

07/18/2025

As the world faces intensifying climate extremes, voices of compassion are speaking out. This week’s newsletter explores hope, heartbreak, and how each of us can help connect the dots.

🌿 Good news: Pope Leo XIV is carrying forward Pope Francis' legacy by elevating climate action as a moral imperative. From calling for a "conversion of hearts" at a special Mass to approving a new liturgy "for the care of creation," his leadership echoes the calls of Catholic bishops from the Global South for climate justice and systemic change.

🌊 Very bad news: Tragic flooding in Texas has claimed the lives of over 135 people and left many more still missing, two weeks later. As climate change fuels stronger and more frequent extremes, to keep people safe we need more investment in weather and climate services— not less.

💡 What you can do: A global study shows that people don’t automatically link extreme weather to climate change—but when someone they trust explains the connection, their support for solutions grows. That messenger could be you!

Read the full edition of the newsletter at the link in the comments.

06/27/2024

Plastic pollution is typically seen as a contributor to climate change, but it's not the plastic itself; it's the greenhouse gases required to produce it.

06/05/2024

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Today marks the 51st . This day was created to draw awareness and invoke action for the protection of the environment 🌎

Iowa IPL would like to recognize this special day as we continue to inspire faith-filled climate action in our state.

05/19/2024