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The Thames: Campaigners and Company Have Their Say

The Thames: Campaigners and Company Have Their Say

FromPlanet Possible


The Thames: Campaigners and Company Have Their Say

FromPlanet Possible

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Length:
44 minutes
Released:
Jul 3, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

What does the cleanliness of England's longest river say about the debate around river quality the role of the UK's biggest water company, Thames Water? This episode aims to find out by telling two sides of the story - what the campaigners say... and what the company itself says.We're joined by broadcaster and environmentalist, Steve Backshall and the CEO of River Action, James Wallace to hear their experiences of river water quality sampling and what they hope for the future of the river.  Then hear Alex Nickson, Head of Environmental Compliance, Partnerships and Catchment Management respond to some of the challenges Steve and James raise, bust some myths and share plans for the future.Co-hosted with Alastair Chisholm, CIWEM's Director of Policy, you'll hear the passion and the commitment from all sides of the debate around river water quality and learn what each of our guests would make possible with the Planet Possible Magic Wand.
Credits Presented & Produced by Niki RoachExecutive Producer Andy TaylorWith thanks to Alastair ChisholmHonorary Executive Producer Jane Boland 
Released:
Jul 3, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

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Planet Possible tells the stories of the people paving the way for positive planetary and societal change. Join host Niki Roach as she explores what's possible with practitioners and visionaries working on the big issues like adaptation and resilience to climate change, enhancing our natural environment and improving equality, diversity and inclusion in the environment sector. Everything is connected, follow this series as we explore those connections and discover what's really possible for our planet. Planet Possible is brought to you by CIWEM; a community of environmental professionals creating a more positive world. Season 3 of Planet Possible is sponsored by Binnies - find out more at binnies.com/ Not enough time to listen to a full episode? Choose the length of pod to fit the time you have with Accordion by clicking the link above.