Earth Charter Indiana

Indiana communities continue to discuss and debate how to integrate data centers into economic planning and ensure these facilities support community priorities.🔒

Here are a few county-level approaches local governments have taken in recent months:

🔑 Regulatory ordinances: 11 Indiana counties have passed ordinances that concern noise and light pollution. Some of these ordinances are more restrictive than others, such as Parke County, which mandates a separate electric system for prospective data centers.
🔑 Temporary moratoriums: Currently 17 counties in Indiana have passed moratoriums to halt data center proposals to provide more time to study community impacts of these facilities.
🔑 Permanent bans: Marshall and Cass counties issued complete bans on data centers, meaning no facilities can be sited in these counties.

With a couple dozen data centers currently proposed or under construction throughout the state, now is the time for Hoosiers to decide how these energy-intensive facilities fit into their plans.

Check out ERI's data center fact sheet for an overview of potential impacts and requirements: https://eri.iu.edu/resources/fact-sheets/data-centers.html

EPA has proposed weakening rules about the permanent storage of coal ash, the toxic byproduct of burning coal. Indiana has a particularly high stake in this action because we lead the nation in coal ash ponds, many that are unlined and in flood plains. Take action by making a public comment opposing this change by June 29, 2026!

Learn more about coal ash, use the toolkit, and submit a comment now.

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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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