Resources
Is responsible data center development possible?
A blog with a growing set of resources to start a broader conversation around responsible data center development across diverse stakeholder groups, we’re going to summarize some of the conversations we’re hearing from across our coalition – and some of the resources our partners are making to enable communities to have a seat at the […]
Data Center Playbook
Water-intensive data center development is rapidly growing across the Great Lakes region. To help make sense of the impacts, we released this guide for residents, concerned citizens, grassroots organizations, and local leaders seeking clear, accessible information. It describes how water is used in data centers and provides checklists to help communities understand potential impacts and ask […]
The Lancet Countdown on Health and Climate Change Policy Brief for the United States of America
As new clean energy incentives arrive, we will update this page including date-stamps within each updated section.
The Heat is On: Climate Change and Heatwaves in the Midwest
This is a paper from the Center for Climate and Energy Solutions that reviews the projected intensity and frequency of heat waves in the Midwestern United States for the 21st century, potential public health ramifications and related adaptation options.
Municipal Waste Procurement Tools
From 2013 – 2015, Delta Institute conducted research on waste management practices in municipalities across Cook County to identify opportunities to maximize environmental and economic benefits. As part of this research, Delta collected and reviewed waste contracts from 128 municipalities, and these contracts revealed a wide variation in services, practices, and costs. Delta created these […]
Organizations
Indiana University
Public research university conducting climate, policy, and environmental research initiatives.
Environmental Resilience Institute Indiana University
Confronting environmental change through research, education, and community collaboration
IndyStar
Local news outlet covering environmental and urban development issues in Indianapolis.
U.S. Department of Energy Solar Energy Technologies Office
Government office with the purpose of accelerating the advancement and deployment of solar technology in support of an equitable transition to a decarbonized economy.
Environmental Resilience Institute
Research institute at Indiana University focused on climate resilience and community adaptation strategies.