Circular Indiana

Sustainability is not just a personal commitment. It is an organizational one.

Circular Indiana organizational memberships give businesses, nonprofits, and municipalities a seat at the table in shaping Indiana's circular economy. Members gain statewide visibility, peer connections, and access to events and resources built for organizations ready to lead.

If your organization is serious about sustainability, this is where that work gets done.

Learn more and join today: https://indianarecyclingcoalition.app.neoncrm.com/forms/2025-membership-form-1

Looking for a thought-provoking read?

The After-Normal: Brief, Alphabetical Essays on a Changing Planet by Nicole Walker and David Carlin offers a unique and accessible lens on the environmental shifts reshaping our world. Through short, sharp essays organized from A to Z, it invites readers to sit with the complexity of a changing planet and think more carefully about what comes next.

For anyone working in sustainability, the circular economy, or simply trying to make sense of the moment we are in, it is a worthwhile addition to your reading list.

Did you know you can recycle plastic bags and other plastic film at your local Kroger?

Most curbside bins don't accept plastic film, but Kroger stores have drop-off bins near the entrance for:

- Plastic shopping bags
- Bread and produce bags
- Zip-lock style bags (empty and clean)
- Dry cleaning bags and plastic wrap

Just make sure items are clean and dry before dropping them off. Once collected, the film gets processed into new materials like composite lumber, keeping it out of landfills and in the loop.

This small habit can create a real impact. Find a drop-off location at How2Recycle.info or check inside your local Kroger's entrance.

Meet Pam Francis, a commercial interior designer and 9-year leader of Circular Indiana. Over the years, Pam has served as Secretary, VP, and currently serves as President.

In her work, Pam's team reuses materials, reduces unnecessary new construction, donates unused items, selects circular and healthy building materials, and educates others in the industry to do the same. At home, she composts, avoids over-buying, and prioritizes durable goods over disposable ones.

We are grateful for Pam's years of leadership and passion. Circular Indiana wouldn't be what it is without her!

Did you know today is World Environment Day?

Celebrated every June 5 since 1973, it is the United Nations' principal vehicle for encouraging awareness and action for the protection of our environment. This year's theme focuses on accelerating the transition to a sustainable future.

At Circular Indiana, that transition is what we work toward every day. A circular economy keeps materials in use, reduces waste, and builds a more resilient Indiana for future generations.

Are you passionate about building a more sustainable Indiana?

Circular Indiana individual memberships connect you to a statewide network of changemakers, exclusive events, and resources that deepen your understanding of the circular economy. Most importantly, your membership directly supports the mission.

Whether you are a student, a professional, or simply someone who cares about where our resources go, there is a place for you here.

Join today: https://www.circularin.org/support-us

Climate action starts with community, and this is a great place to plug in. 🌱

Our friends at Earth Charter Indiana are hosting their Climate Voter Engagement Campaign Kickoff on June 6th from 1 to 3 pm at the Kurt Vonnegut Museum and Library in Indianapolis.

This event brings together people who care about protecting our environment and neighborhoods, with a focus on how we can register, educate, and motivate voters ahead of the midterms. Refreshments will be provided, and all are welcome.

Register below!
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Today is Learn About Compost Day 🌱

Composting is one of the most effective ways to divert organic waste from landfills and return valuable nutrients to our soils. In fact, adding compost to soil increases its ability to retain water and support plant growth.

How are you composting?

Building a circular economy starts with education, and that education can start early.

What a Waste by Jess French introduces young readers to the realities of waste and the power of taking action, from small everyday habits to bigger systemic change. Things that we work towards every day!

Sustainability isn't just a personal commitment. It's an organizational one.

Circular Indiana organizational memberships are built for businesses, nonprofits, and municipalities that want to move beyond intention and take an active role in shaping Indiana's circular economy. Members gain visibility across our statewide network, opportunities to influence the direction of the circular economy in Indiana, and access to events and resources designed for organizations ready to lead.

If your organization is serious about sustainability, this is where that work gets done.

Learn more and join today: https://indianarecyclingcoalition.app.neoncrm.com/forms/2025-membership-form-1