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SCOOP: There's A Dirt Shortage

SCOOP: There's A Dirt Shortage

FromShort Wave


SCOOP: There's A Dirt Shortage

FromShort Wave

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Length:
13 minutes
Released:
May 12, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Mud and dirt have often been treated as waste products from excavation or dredging sites. But these days, coastal communities need massive amounts of mud and dirt to protect their shorelines from rising seas. This is leading to a dirt shortage, where the demand for it is higher than supply. NPR climate correspondent Lauren Sommer gives us the scoop — including why one federal agency that has dirt often disposes of it instead of reusing it for these projects.
Released:
May 12, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

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New discoveries, everyday mysteries, and the science behind the headlines — all in about 10 minutes, every weekday. It's science for everyone, using a lot of creativity and a little humor. Join host Maddie Sofia for science on a different wavelength.