Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) staff brought their Clean Air Indiana campaign to the Indianapolis Parks Summer Kick-Off at Monument Circle Wednesday to discuss actions that can be taken to help improve air quality.

IDEM staff are participating in statewide events throughout June to help Hoosiers learn about simple ways they can help improve air quality. 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 15-30, 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. 

In addition, staff are available for media interviews 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. 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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