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May 6, 2014
New Report Finds Climate Change Already Having Broad Impact
A government report finds climate change is causing more frequent heat waves, floods and droughts. The change, the report finds, is also disrupting key parts of the economy.
Read MoreMay 1, 2014
Here's The Scoop On Jackfruit, A Ginormous Fruit To Feed The World
It's the largest tree fruit in the world. It's nutritious. And because it's pretty easy to grow, it has the potential to be a star in the developing world. But ... does it taste good?
Read MoreApril 30, 2014
A Whale Of A Problem: Town Faces Threat Of Exploding Carcass
The town of Trout River in Newfoundland has a bloated, methane-filled, 80-foot blue whale carcass on its beach, and people are concerned that it might spontaneously combust.
Read MoreApril 28, 2014
Fire-Setting Ranchers Have Burning Desire To Save Tallgrass Prairie
In eastern Kansas, ranchers burn the prairie every spring to bring back grass for grazing cattle. Environmentalists celebrate those fires because without them the delicate ecosystem would disappear.
Read MoreApril 22, 2014
Author Speaking Out About 'Nature Deficit Disorder'
Richard Louv describes it as almost the perfect storm - the events that have slowly unplugged people from nature.
Read MoreApril 9, 2014
KIB President To Testify In Washington D.C.
The House Subcommittee on Environment is hearing from the President of Keep Indianapolis Beautiful. David Forsell is in Washington to discuss funding for urban and community forestry.
Read MoreApril 4, 2014
KIB Tree Planting for Beauty, Livability
Keep Indianapolis Beautiful is sending out volunteers to plant trees for the second weekend in a row. Saturday, the organization is planting about 100 in Beech Grove.
Read MoreApril 2, 2014
Should We Close Part Of The Ocean To Keep Fish On The Plate?
Tuna, swordfish and other migratory fishes are being overfished by vessels on the high seas. A new proposal says we should close these international waters for a few years to let the fishes rebound.
Read MoreApril 1, 2014
Indiana's Cold Winter No Match For Emerald Ash Borer
The population of the invasive emerald ash borer will be little changed because the beetle protects itself from extreme cold.
Read MoreMarch 31, 2014
U.N. Report Raises Climate Change Warning, Points To Opportunities
In many ways the world is "ill-prepared" for the dangers, scientists say in a new report. They also say efforts to improve energy efficiency and cut water consumption could help make a difference.
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