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India's capital is among the most polluted cities in the world, thanks in large part to the growing number of vehicles on its roads. In its just-announced climate change plan, India does not commit to an absolute reduction of its emissions. Instead, it will slow the release of greenhouse gases.

India Says It Will Lower Rate Of Greenhouse Gas Emissions

India released its pledges ahead of December's global climate change summit in Paris. "We want to walk [a] cleaner energy path," says the country's environment minister.

The Leadoff - Friday 2/24/23

WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Friday, Feb. 24, 2023. You'll hear about plans for Uptown South from City Manager Pam Reece. Plus, a look at this weekend's screenings at the Normal Theater, featuring nature run amok.

WGLT's Sound Ideas - Thursday 2/23/23

On today's episode, the latest in WGLT's Welcome Series series, Normal City Manager Pam Reece discusses Uptown South plans, plus ISU psychology professor explains our fascination with nature revenge movies.

A white-tailed deer keeps its ears open while grazing in South Hero, Vt.

Hungry Deer May Be Changing How Things Sound In The Forest

Sound travels differently through open fields than the woods. When deer eat up bushes, small trees and other forest plants, it affects the transmission of bird calls and other natural sounds.

O Christmas tree, O Christmas tree, which is more sustainable: real or plasticky?

It's time to discuss one of the perennial debates of the holiday season. Are real Christmas trees or their fake counterparts more eco-friendly?

Deforestation is a major threat to the survival of orangutan. Here a baby sumatran orangutan plays around in a tree as they train at Sumatran Orangutan Conservation Programme's rehabilitation center in Indonesia.

A U.N. biodiversity convention aims to slow humanity's 'war with nature'

Delegates from nearly 200 countries are gathering in Canada to try to fix humanity's relationship with nature. The convention comes during an emerging extinction crisis.

Humor In The Workplace Is No Joke

We all love a good laugh. But can that laughter help us in our career? One local career counselor thinks so. Humor is a great communication tool, said…

Embalmer and funeral director Kristy Oliver (R) and funeral attendant Sam Deras load the casket of a person who died after contracting COVID-19 into a hearse at East County Mortuary in El Cajon, California.

Natural Causes: Why Some Are Choosing An Eco-Friendly End Of Life (Rebroadcast)

What happens to your body after you die? We're talking about "green death" and why some are choosing eco-friendly deathcare options.

WGLT Sound Ideas- 1/29/21

Illinois High School Association Executive Director Craig Anderson says wearing masks in high intensity sports does prevent Coronavirus infections. High…

After a spirited Internet response chose "Boaty McBoatface" as the name for a research ship, Britain's science minister said a more suitable name was needed.

Boaty By Another Name: 'Sir David Attenborough' Is Chosen For British Research Ship

Boaty McBoatface received more than 124,000 votes in an online poll by Britain's Natural Environment Research Council — more than 10 times the 11,000 votes for Attenborough's name.

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