Michigan Radio: The Environment Report Podcast

De-icing Fluid Controversy at Grand Rapids Airport

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 06:47:28 -0400

Some of the de-icing fluid from the Grand Rapids’ airport has been getting into a nearby creek. It results in a film of bacteria called bio-slime. The state is now requiring airport officials to do something about it.

Electric Car Carbon Analysis & An App for Beach Safety

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 07:18:54 -0400

When it comes to reducing carbon dioxide… one researcher argues the electric car is getting too much attention. We’ll hear where he thinks the attention should be focused. And we'll hear about an Android app that lets you know about dangerous beach conditions in the Great Lakes region.

Slacker Hand Washers & Commuting Peer Pressure

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 06:58:47 -0400

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention say we should wash our hands for 15 to 20 seconds. But a new study found that most of us are lousy at it. Can you guess which gender is worse at washing their hands?

And we'll hear about how biking or walking to work can have a subtle influence on people around you.

Ticks on the Rise in Michigan

Tue, 04 Jun 2013 06:23:22 -0400

Ticks are booming this year in Michigan… and the species of tick that carries Lyme disease has been increasing over the past several years. We'll talk with a tick expert at Michigan State University to find out which areas of the state are affected.

Restoring An Ancient Fish to the Kalamazoo River

Thu, 30 May 2013 06:47:57 -0400

Sturgeon are amazing fish. They can live to be 100 years old. We’ll hear about people who are trying to make sure the kind of sturgeon specific to the Kalamazoo River will survive.