Eco Report – March 17, 2023

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As the Vernal Equinox approaches and folks begin to clear clutter and refresh their homes, Eco Report correspondent Zyro Roze asks Kelly Conaway, proprietor of Drift Botanicals about her reasons for starting a green cleaning company and what tips she might give for nontoxic, environmentally responsible options for Green Spring Cleaning…
That’s coming up later in the program.

And now for your environmental reports:

A new invasion is beginning to happen in Indiana.

Purdue University is warning Indiana residents to be on the lookout for an invasive species of worm in their yards this spring.

—Julianna Dailey

The power of the fossil fuel industry is confirmed by the plans in the infrastructure funding. There are billions available for carbon sequestration.

—Norm Holy

Are you thinking about purchasing an electric vehicle, but not sure which gives you enough battery to meet your needs? While the EV charging network in the U.S. is quickly expanding, many drivers have been hesitant to make the switch to fully electric vehicles, for fear of becoming stranded with a car that has run out of juice. But a new study hopes to ease those concerns by showing consumers which EVs could work best for their needs.

—Norm Holy
EcoWatch reports the EPA proposes the ‘strongest ever’ standards for keeping coal plant pollution out of U.S. waterways.—Norm Holy

An area the size of Indiana on the north shore of Alaska is possibly the next big petroleum drilling boon. Environmentalists are against the project.
—Norm Holy

And now, we join Zyro Roze discussing green cleaning methods, how to avoid toxic products, and plastic packaging with Kelly Conaway, owner of Drift Botanicals.

-Zyro Rose

Here at EcoReport we are currently looking for reporters, engineers, and segment producers. Our goal is to report facts on how we’re all affected by global climate disruption and the ongoing assaults on our air, land and water. We also celebrate ecologists, tree huggers, soil builders and an assortment of champions who actively protect and restore our natural world, particularly those who are active in south central indiana.

All levels of experience and all ages are welcome, and we provide the training you’ll need. W-F-H-B also offers internships.

To volunteer for Eco-Report, give us a call at (812) 323-1200, or
e-mail us at: Earth at W-F-H-B dot O-R-G.

And now for some upcoming events:

• Come to Spring Mill State Park on Saturday, March 18th, between 10 and 10:30 am for Snake Talk. With the warmer weather, snakes will be coming out. Meet at the Lakeview Activity Center to learn about Indiana snakes while visiting with 2 of the parks resident snakes.
• The popular Cave River Valley Hike will take place at Spring Mill State Park on Saturday, March 18th, from 1 to 3 pm. You will be able to explore this beautiful, primitive property managed by Spring Mill. This is a very rugged hike and you will need waterproof shoes and a hiking stick. You will meet at the Donaldson Cave parking lot then travel by car to the site. Please sign up a day in advance to 812-849-3534 or go to [email protected].
• Learn about Backyard Birds at McCormick’s Creek State Park on Saturday, March 25th at 10 am in the Nature Center. Watch the birds at the feeders as you learn about Indiana’s birds and how to feed them and not the racoons.
• Learn all about the Woodpeckers of Indiana at Brown County State Park on Saturday, March 25th, from 11 to 11:45 am. Join radio personality, Don Glass, who is a park expert, bird enthusiast, and NPR’s “Moment of Science” show host, for a presentation and discussion about Indiana’s seven species of native woodpeckers.
• Join a park naturalist at Brown County State Park on Saturday, March 25th from 2 to 3 pm to learn about Creek Critters. Borrow a net and a jar for creek exploration and find small, water-dwelling wildlife. Learn how these creatures affect the health of Indiana’s waterways.

This week’s headlines were written by Norm Holy, and Julianna Dailey

Our feature was prepared and presented by Zyro Roze.

Our script today was assembled by Julianna Dailey and edited by Kade Young and Noelle Herhusky-Schneider.

Julianna Dailey compiled our events calendar.

Noelle Herhusky-Schneider produced today’s show and edited the audio.

For WFHB, I’m Julianna Dailey and we wish you a Happy St. Patrick’s Day!
And I’m Frank Marshalek
And this is EcoReport.