Who: Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM)
What: Clean Air Indiana campaign at Indianapolis Parks Summer Kick-Off
When: IDEM booth from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Where: Monument Circle, Indianapolis, Ind.
Contact: Please contact Robert Elstro at (317) 232-8499 or e-mail relstro@idem.IN.gov to arrange an interview.
IDEM staff will converge on the Indianapolis Parks Summer Kick-Off from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, June 24, 2009, at Monument Circle in Indianapolis, to discuss actions that can be taken to help improve air quality. In addition, staff are available throughout the month to discuss the Clean Air Indiana campaign and its significance for individuals and businesses during ozone season, which runs from May 1 through September 30.
Known as a summer pollutant, ground level ozone forms when sunlight and hot weather bake vehicle exhaust, factory emissions and gasoline vapors. While necessary in the upper atmosphere, ozone is a respiratory irritant at ground level that can make breathing difficult. Children, the elderly and anyone with heart or lung problems are more sensitive to ground-level ozone.
The Clean Air Indiana Business Pledge specifically asks businesses to take actions that will result in reduced emissions from June 15 through 30, a time of summer that has historically experienced high levels of ground-level ozone. Individuals are also encouraged to take actions at home and at work and can take a pledge that is available through the Hoosiers Care Web site at www.HoosiersCare.IN.gov.
IDEM staff will be visiting locations around the state during the month of June to promote Clean Air Indiana and help Hoosiers learn about simple ways they can help improve air quality. Visit www.idem.IN.gov/cleanair for a complete listing of Clean Air Indiana events.
About IDEM
IDEM (www.idem.IN.gov) implements federal and state regulations regarding the environment. Through compliance assistance, incentive programs and educational outreach, the agency encourages and aids businesses and citizens in protecting Hoosiers and our environment.
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