MTR01 An Ecological Disaster

MTR01 An Ecological Disaster

Author: Joseph Puentes January 13, 2008 Duration: 7:00
MTR01 An Ecological Disaster - An introduction to the horrific practice of Mountaintop Removal Mining that is destroying our beautiful Appalachian Mountains - what it is, the damage it is doing, and how you can help stop it before it's too late. Barbara Strangfeld is volunteer for I Love Mountains and Appalachian Voices. She is first to say that her position is only that of a concerned citizen. Listen to her introduction to Mountaintop Removal Mining. She would like to fully credit the I Love Mountains and Appalachian Voices organizations for the material she uses in her presentation.

Joseph Puentes hosts Water Environment-Lakes, Rivers, Oceans, Aquifers, Groundwater-Water (h2o) Environmental Issues: Conservation, Sustainability, Preservation, and Ecology, a thoughtful exploration of our planet's most vital resource. Rather than just presenting dry facts, this podcast weaves together scientific insight with cultural and societal perspectives, examining how water shapes our health, communities, and the natural world. You'll hear discussions that connect the dots between the chemistry of an aquifer, the policy protecting a river, and the traditional knowledge preserving a watershed. Each episode feels like a conversation, delving into the complex challenges of conservation and the innovative paths toward true sustainability. The aim is to foster a deeper, more nuanced understanding that moves beyond simple headlines. By engaging with experts and stories from various fields, this series provides a comprehensive audio journey into the ecology of water in all its forms. Tune in for a grounded and interconnected look at the environmental issues that flow through every aspect of our lives, all centered on the essential molecule that connects us all. For more from Joseph Puentes, you can visit the official website.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 50

Water Environment - Lakes, Rivers, Oceans, Aquifers, Groundwater - Water (h2o) Environmental Issues: Conservation, Sustainability, Preservation, and Ecology
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SG02 Mary Anne Hitt [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 30:23
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SG03 Mary Anne Hitt [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 30:23
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Duration: 30:23
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