Introduction
Welcome to Episode 48 of the IER Podcast hosted by Sophie Bird. This week's guest host - Enrique Saenz.
Researchers Seek Data for Statewide Urban Forest Map
By Enrique Saenz
A team of researchers is asking for data from cities and towns across Indiana to assemble the first state-wide map of urban forests and green spaces.
Intermission
A roundup of recent climate and environmental related headlines from around the world.
1.Gulf Coast tick spotted in Indiana
Link for the first story.
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Jim Beam fined for Kentucky bourbon spill, fish kill
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U.S. experiencing slowdown in population growth
Link for the third story.
Environmental bills to watch in the 2020 legislative session
By Enrique Saenz
Members of the state legislature are at the Indiana Statehouse to begin their yearly session to vote on and amend bills that could become the state’s newest laws.
We take a look at some of the bills that could have a direct effect on the state’s environment or help or impede Hoosiers from improving their own effect on the environment.