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No Wetlands, No Seafood: How Wilmington, NC is Balancing Conservation and Development
No Wetlands, No Seafood: How Wilmington, NC is Balancing Conservation and Development
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21 minutes
Released:
May 9, 2024
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Podcast episode
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With ecosystems ranging from lush wetlands to rolling forests, North Carolina hosts an incredible array of habitats. Incredibly, biologically diverse wetlands make up 12% of its land. But as one of the fastest-growing states, these vital habitats face increasing threats—including draining and infilling for development. Host Sarah Backer sits down with two Wilmington locals: Sam Shores, a World Wildlife Fund Panda Ambassador and conservation activist, and Roger Shew, Senior Lecturer at University of North Carolina Wilmington. Together, they discuss innovative climate-resilient development strategies, the pivotal role of conservation education, and the dynamic advocacy efforts shaping North Carolina's environmental future.Relevant resources:Analyzing the Consequences of Sackett v. EPA and Looking Ahead to the Future (ELI Webinar) Swamps, Science, and Sackett: ELI's Approach to Wetland Preservation (ELI Podcast)
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Released:
May 9, 2024
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