Welcome to the Carmel Green Initiative Website
Solar 101
Thursday, Aug 21, 2025 6-7:30 p.m.
Carmel Clay Library
Learn about solar basics for your home or business!
If you couldn’t join us for our presentation on urban gardening last month (or if you just want a refresher!) a recording is available for you to review.
It’s only about 40 minutes long, and you’ll learn about sustainable food systems and some great resources for local foods and flowers.
Carmel Green Initiative recognizes John Duffy, director of Carmel Utility, for his outstanding environmental contributions. John’s environmental leadership exemplify the vital role city employees play in building a more sustainable and resilient community.
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Congratulations to the winners!
Let our children’s art inspire you to live sustainably & care for the world for everyone!.
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INDIANA CLIMATE ACTION PLAN
For the first time-ever, Indiana is developing a Climate Action Plan.
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Carmel Green Initiative dedicated this bur oak tree in honor of Mayor Brainard‘s outstanding environmental legacy and climate leadership. Here are some of his accomplishments, achievements and awards. Read more.
FIND OUT HOW YOU CAN GO GREEN AND SAVE
The IRA has many tax credits for installing rooftop solar, or replacing a gas furnace with an electric heat pump, or replacing a gasoline powered car with an electric vehicle. For low- and moderate-income households, the IRA also includes point-of-sale rebates.
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