By reducing dirty algae blooms that devastate our lakes.
Our 2013 legislative priority: Promote a bill that educates Hoosiers on the damaging effects of phosphorus-containing lawn fertilizer on our lakes.
Why it matters: More than 7,000 acres of lakes in Indiana are contaminated by excess phosphorus, which is a major contributor to blue-green algae blooms. Dirty algae harms fish, birds, and recreational businesses that all thrive on clean water.
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By increasing financial resources for buses and light rail.
Our 2013 legislative priority: Advance a bill that will allow cities and counties to raise dedicated funds to expand public transit.
Why it matters: In Indiana, only 1% of people take public transit to work and 83.4% drive alone. HEC will help expand public transit to provide convenient, affordable commuting options and spur the redevelopment of our urban communities.
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By moving away from dependency on coal that harms our air.
Our 2013 legislative priority: Advocate for amendments to energy bills that will expand investment in clean energy.
Why it matters: More than 90% of Indiana’s power plants are powered by coal. Indiana faces more than $5 billion in annual health care costs associated with the harmful effects of power plants. Clean energy investment creates jobs and improves our air.
