With the coming of spring comes an increase in construction and property improvement projects. Whether a business, property developer, or homeowner, controlling waste and debris on the job is critical to protecting our drinking water resources. Some of the lesser known construction topics that impact water quality are erosion and sediment. Soil that is disturbed […]
News, Events, and Updates from MCWEC
Fix that drip! Groundwater Awareness Week action list
Groundwater Awareness Week is a great chance to recommit to water conservation in your home. Take a moment to review potential leaks and action steps in your home.
Indiana Legislation 2025 – Water Quality Update
The 2025 Indiana General Assembly is in full swing. With Groundwater Awareness Week coming up March 9-15, now is a good time to check in on water related legislation and prepare to use your citizen voice to protect our water sources. When you contact your legislators, stress the importance of keeping our water free of […]
2024 MCWEC Annual Report
2024 annual report from the Marion County Wellfield Education Corporation on drinking water protection activities throughout the year.
Private Well Maintenance during Cold Weather
Retired and long term groundwater advocate Gary Hix, comments about how you should think of your private well: “Paint it gold and think of it as if it were . . . because it is.” Keeping a careful eye on your ‘gold’ is important all year round but especially in winter where temperatures can reach […]
Collective Tap Podcast: Season 5
Join Dr. Gabe Filippelli, Executive Director of the Indiana University Environmental Resilience Institute and a host of guests on the latest season of the local water issues podcast, The Collective Tap. Dr. Filippelli will take listeners through five new conversations about the most pressing issues facing Indiana’s water resources. Season 5 includes: You can also […]
