Research Guides (LibGuides): Resilient Communities: How We Can All Help

What We Can Do As Individuals

We can learn about and follow guidance for more sustainable living. Some examples are shown below:

CUES Student Opportunities
Information on Sustainable Leadership Cohort internships which give students the opportunity to work on Butler projects and/or with the community
Greener Living
Guidance from the EPA on ways to reduce our environmental footprint
Homegrown National Park
An initiative to restore habitat where we live and work
Homeowner's Guide to Going Solar
The U.S. Department of Energy's guide on solar energy
Rain Garden Information
Hamilton County Soil and Water Conservation District resources for creating rain gardens

We can pay attention to state and national legislation, contact our representatives, and advocate for appropriate legislation.

Indiana Bill Watch
Hoosier Environmental Council positions on Indiana bills relating to the environment
U.S. Congress Environmental Protection Bills
U.S. Congress bills relating to environmental protection

We can join and/or support organizations that promote sustainability. A few examples are shown below:

Central Indiana Land Trust
A local land trust that preserves the best of central Indiana's natural areas
Circular Indiana
Organization with a mission of strengthening the circular economy in Indiana through waste reduction, reuse, recycling, and composting.
Earth Charter Indiana
Statewide organization focusing on intergenerational action and education to mitigate the climate crisis and promote resilience
Indiana Forest Alliance
Organization working to protect and restore Indiana’s forests
Indiana Native Plant Society
Volunteer-led organization promoting the appreciation, preservation, scientific study, and use of plants native to Indiana
The Solutions Project
Organization championing 100% renewable energy for all people by connecting science, culture, and business and by focusing on local communities