Project 46 at the Indiana Sustainability and Resilience Conference!
On February 6th, Project 46 attended the Indiana Sustainability and Resilience Conference, where we served as a Silver Sponsor. Shawn Miya, Chair, gave a presentation on Project 46 and its role in the region.
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Project 46 welcomes Lake Monroe Water Fund as an Advisory Committee Member!
On the March 4th Steering Committee meeting, the Steering Committee voted to approve Lake Monroe Water Fund (LMWF) as an Advisory Committee member. LMWF serves as an active funder for watershed projects which protect, conserve, and sustain Lake Monroe.
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Project 46 applied for the Climate Smart Communities Initiative Grant Program!
In partnership with Tetra Tech as our adaptation practitioner, P46 applied to the CSCI grant program in mid-March, requesting $82,425 in funding. If selected, the funding of this program will go towards green infrastructure planning in each member city.
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Steering Committee Spotlight
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Town of Nashville - Landscape Scale Restoration Grant
Nashville has partnered with the Lake Monroe Water Fund for a Landscape Scale Restoration grant. The first phase of this project has successfully removed 34 invasive trees from downtown. The next phase will be stump grinding and planting 34 native trees in the same locations.
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Advisory Member Spotlight
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Gnarly Tree Sustainability Institute
Gnarly Tree Sustainability Institute is a certified B-Corp consulting firm that solves complex environmental policy and sustainability challenges through data-driven research while preparing Indiana University students to be the next generation of sustainability leaders. Founded by IU alumna Stephanie Hayes Richards, the firm bridges the gap between academic insight and real-world application by leveraging a global network of experts and talented IU researchers. The Institute is currently spearheading critical Indiana initiatives, from navigating energy infrastructure hurdles with the Kelley Institute for Environmental and Social Sustainability, to co-chairing Project 46’s EV Subcommittee to assess regional infrastructure and develop strategic plans for the future. Through these partnerships, Gnarly Tree drives measurable social and environmental progress from its home base in Bloomington.
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1. Clean your gutters! Spring showers can cause water buildup that can lead to costly damage. Regularly cleaning gutters helps to keep rainwater flowing properly, which protects your roof, walls, and foundation.
2. Choose "green" cleaning products. Swap your disposable cleaning products for reusable ones. For example, use reusable rags in place of paper towels, buy cleaning products in bulk or utilize refill stores, and save energy and water by only running washing machines and dishwashers when there is a full load!
3. Avoid mulch mounds! Mounding mulch around trees (known as "volcano mulching") suffocates roots, traps moisture, and encourages rot, diseases, and pest infestations. When mulching around trees, ensure mulch is pulled back from the base of the tree and only 2-4 inches deep.
4. Donate or repurpose old items! Instead of throwing old/unused items into the trash, consider giving them to a local charity. Most old furniture and clothing can be donated, recycled, or repurposed.
5. Plant native greenery. When sprucing up your yard and gardens, choose native plants! They require less maintenance and serve as vital habitat for local pollinators.
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Mark your calendars! The City of Bloomington's Earth Day event is April 18th, 2026 at Switchyard Park from 12-3:30pm. The event is free, open to the public and will have live music, food, drinks, local vendors, tree giveaways, and so much more! The event is hosted by Bloomington's Department of Economic and Sustainable Development, Parks and Recreation, and Utilities.
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Project 46 is southern Indiana's Regional Climate Alliance, seeking to enhance collaborative climate action across the region.
Project 46 Website
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