(INDIANAPOLIS) – To honor Indiana’s environmental achievements and celebrate the great collaboration between government, business, industry, and citizens, Governor Eric J. Holcomb has issued a proclamation declaring September 15 – 21, 2019 Pollution Prevention Week. Indiana’s proclamation coincides with National Pollution Prevention Week, which is observed the third week of September.
“Pollution Prevention Week is a time to celebrate what we’ve accomplished so far and to renew our commitment to reducing pollution at its source,” said IDEM Commissioner Bruno Pigott. “We are proud of communities and businesses that innovate, use best practices, and utilize new technologies to ensure cleaner air, land, and water.”
Pollution Prevention Week features the 22nd Annual Indiana Pollution Prevention Conference and Trade Show on Wednesday, September 18, 2019. The theme of this year’s conference is “Partnering for Environmental Progress: What is Your Story?” Conference topics range from new and innovative pollution prevention technologies to training on how pollution prevention can save organizations money.
“The annual Pollution Prevention Conference and Trade Show is open to all public and private sectors and is a great opportunity to exchange ideas, share experiences, and promote practices that help the environment,” said Assistant Commissioner of IDEM’s Office of Program Support Julia Wickard. “Also at the conference, we are presenting the Indiana Governor’s Awards for Environmental Excellence to the best programs or projects that have had a positive impact on Indiana’s environment.”
The Governor’s Awards recognize Indiana’s leaders and organizations that have implemented outstanding environmental strategies into their operations and decision-making processes. By utilizing innovative environmental practices, these organizations and programs have reduced waste, saved money, and contributed greatly to Indiana’s environmental protection efforts, which benefit the health and welfare of citizens across the state.
The Governor’s Awards for Environmental Excellence were introduced in 1994. They were established to recognize organizations that voluntarily went above and beyond their regulatory requirements by reducing the use of toxic materials or generation of environmental wastes and to transfer these project successes to other organizations for possible implementation. The Governor’s Awards include seven categories: Energy/Renewable Resources, Greening the Government, Land Use/Conservation, Environmental Education/Outreach, Pollution Prevention, Recycling/Reuse, and Continuous Improvement.
The Pollution Prevention Week Proclamation and additional information can be found at https://www.in.gov/idem/partnerships/2360.htm.
For more information regarding the Pollution Prevention Conference and Trade Show, please visit https://www.in.gov/idem/partnerships/2334.htm.
*Media can attend the conference for free by contacting IDEM’s Media Office.
About IDEM
IDEM (idem.IN.gov) implements federal and state regulations regarding the environment. Through compliance assistance, incentive programs and educational outreach, the agency encourages and aids businesses and citizens in protecting Hoosiers and our environment.
