Environmental Resilience Institute

The Environmental Resilience Institute at Indiana University, located at 717 East 8th Street in Bloomington, Indiana, is dedicated to preparing Indiana and the Midwest for environmental changes that impact individuals, communities, businesses, and natural systems. Through collaboration with Hoosiers and organizations in the region, the institute actively engages businesses, nonprofits, local governments, educators, faculty, residents, and students.

One of the institute's key initiatives is the McKinney Midwest Climate Project, which aims to advance sustainable and climate-friendly practices in Indiana and the Midwest. Through partnerships with communities, businesses, and nonprofits, the project provides students with sustainability and environmental career training, empowering the region to adopt impactful solutions to address climate change.

The Environmental Resilience Institute offers various programs and resources to educate local decision-makers and residents on climate risks and solutions. This includes the Prepared for Environmental Change webinar series and the In This Climate environmental news podcast, which highlights scientists working toward climate solutions and significant environmental legislation.

Additionally, the institute has worked with Indiana farmers and mayors to help them understand and adapt to the changing climate. By providing data, engaging communities, and assisting with long-range planning, the Environmental Resilience Institute plays a crucial role in strengthening Indiana's resilience to environmental change.

To support the institute's efforts in building a more resilient and sustainable future for Indiana, you can participate in IU Day festivities by sharing your climate action stories with ERI or donating to the McKinney Climate Fellows crowdfunding campaign. Join us in creating a more environmentally resilient Indiana for generations to come.