Ep 14: Building drought resilience for threatened species

Ep 14: Building drought resilience for threatened species

Author: NSW Saving Our Species April 16, 2023 Duration: 27:25

When we think of drought, what often comes to mind is the impact on farmers and the food and fibre they produce, but what about the broader impact on native plants, animals, and their habitats?


Hear from three people who are working to bring back biodiversity and profitability to build resilience in the face of drought.

 

Guests featured:

Professor David Lindenmayer – landscape ecologist and conservation biologist, ANU College of Science

Jaymie Dawes – Program Manager, Community and Partnerships, East Gippsland Catchment Management Authority

Jillian Staton – Landowner and farmer


There's a quiet revolution happening where boardrooms meet the bush. Business of Biodiversity digs into the unexpected and essential partnerships forming between conservationists and the private sector. This isn't about charity; it's about a fundamental shift in how we value our natural world. Each episode, brought to you by NSW Saving Our Species, introduces you to landholders managing their properties as thriving ecosystems, tech developers creating innovative monitoring tools, and business leaders who see a healthy environment as a cornerstone of a resilient economy. We get into the real stories of how these collaborations are pulling specific threatened species back from the brink. Tuning in, you'll hear concrete examples of why biodiversity isn't just an environmental concern-it's a critical component of long-term business planning and community prosperity. This podcast moves beyond theory to showcase the practical work being done on the ground, raising awareness for conservation programs that are yielding tangible results. It’s a series for anyone curious about the tangible intersections of ecology and enterprise, proving that the future of industry is inextricably linked to the health of our planet.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 22

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