Sustainability Events and Activities

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.

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.

The City of Bloomington will host the third annual Earth Day event at Switchyard Park in collaboration with the Department of Economic and Sustainable Development, Go Bloomington, and Parks and Recreation.

Facilities, events, and programs managed by the City of Bloomington Parks and Recreation Department.

Bloomington Parks and Recreation's "Great Outdoors" programs introduce people of all ages to the mystery and beauty of our natural world.

Learn about volunteer opportunities with the City of Bloomington Department of Parks and Recreation.

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 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 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 is a local volunteer program that provides the public with an opportunity to be actively involved in clearing storm drains.

Find volunteer opportunities across the city; there's something for everyone!

Promotes economic development, environmental health, and social equity in our community for present and future generations.

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.

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.

The Farmers' Market Advisory Council consists of nine members representing two groups, Market customers and Market vendors.

The Tree Commission assists with urban forestry and public education on the care of trees