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Sustainable Bloomington Newsletter
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Sustainable Bloomington Newsletter - Q3 2025
Zero In Bloomington
Help chart a path to Bloomington’s zero carbon future by joining “Zero In Bloomington", an online platform that provides Bloomington residents with locally specific, customized recommendations to reduce emissions.
Bloomington Energy Works
This new program helps our community make practical energy choices that improve comfort and reduce costs by connecting them to expertise and potential funding that make it easier for everyone to make energy improvements.
Climate Action Workshops
Learn about climate actions you can take in your home, community, and life! Climate Action Workshops are FREE to attend and feature subject area experts.
Earth Day 2026
The City of Bloomington hosts the fourth annual Earth Day event at Switchyard Park in collaboration with the Department of Economic and Sustainable Development, Go Bloomington, and Parks and Recreation Department.
Parks & Recreation
Facilities, events, and programs managed by the City of Bloomington Parks and Recreation Department.
Nature & the Outdoors
Bloomington Parks and Recreation's "Great Outdoors" programs introduce people of all ages to the mystery and beauty of our natural world.
Volunteering Opportunities
Parks and Rec Volunteer Opportunities
Learn about volunteer opportunities with the City of Bloomington Department of Parks and Recreation.
Adopt-a-Greenspace
Adopt-a-Greenspace (AAG) is an all-volunteer program that offers the opportunity to actively address Monroe County's invasive plant issues.
Adopt-a-Stream
Adopt-a-Stream is an all-volunteer program that offers an opportunity to be actively involved in conserving and maintaining the natural beauty of streams that run through public park property owned by the City of Bloomington and Monroe County.
Adopt-a-Trail
Adopt-a-Trail is an all-volunteer program that offers an opportunity to be actively involved in conserving and maintaining more than 30 trail miles in and around Bloomington's city parks to help keep the trails safe and usable.
Adopt-a-Drain
Adopt-a-Drain is a local volunteer program that provides the public with an opportunity to be actively involved in clearing storm drains.
Bloomington Volunteer Network
Find volunteer opportunities across the city; there's something for everyone!
City of Bloomington Boards & Commissions
Commission on Sustainability
Promotes economic development, environmental health, and social equity in our community for present and future generations.
Environmental Commission
Established in 1971 by municipal ordinance, the Bloomington Environmental Commission (EC) is an advisory body composed of Bloomington citizens appointed by the Mayor and Common Council.
Environmental Resources Advisory Council
The Environmental Resources Advisory Council (ERAC) acts in an advisory capacity to the Board of Park Commissioners and assists in the formulation of policies relating to the use and protection of environmentally sensitive and natural areas.
Farmers' Market Advisory Council
The Farmers' Market Advisory Council consists of nine members representing two groups, Market customers and Market vendors.
Tree Commission
The Tree Commission assists with urban forestry and public education on the care of trees