The Indiana Department of Environmental Management assists schools, educators, and students with programs, guidance, and tools that promote environmental health and learning. IDEM provides resources for classroom instruction, school facility management, and student engagement to help create safe, healthy learning environments across Indiana.
Environmental Education and Classroom Resources
- Access lesson plans, activities, and teaching materials that support environmental science and sustainability education.
- Read the latest issue of the IDEM Environmental Education Bulletin for Educators is published twice a year to promote environmental education events, awards, and classroom opportunities for all educators.
- Request presentations or educational support from IDEM staff for classrooms or school events.
School Environmental Health
- Guidance for improving indoor air quality in schools, including ventilation, mold prevention, and pollutant reduction.
- Information on lead testing in school drinking water systems and best practices for maintaining safe water quality.
- Resources for managing asbestos in older school buildings and understanding regulatory requirements.
- Information on proper disposal of electronics, chemicals, and other materials commonly found in school settings.
Grants, Programs, and Community Engagement
- Information on environmental grants that support school projects, recycling initiatives, or community education.
- Opportunities for student participation in environmental programs, contests, and recognition events.
- Support for school‑community partnerships that promote environmental stewardship.
Records, Resources and Tools
- IDEM provides 24/7 access to more than 2 million agency public records through its Virtual File Cabinet (VFC).
- IDEM’s What’s in My Neighborhood interactive map allows users to search by address, zip code, or city and find information on environmental activities, contaminated sites, landfills, and Superfund sites in an area.
- Need help? Start with this Quick Start Guide or see our Frequently Asked Questions document.
Questions, Comments or Complaints?
- Report a spill (24/7) – (888) 233-7745
- File an environmental complaint by call (800) 451-6027, option 3 or click here.
- More contact information is available here.
