How can science-based global environmental initiatives be advanced at national policy level as well as local community projects? PNM host Patrick Sajbel welcomes Madison resident Karen Kendrick-Hands to share her story and perspectives on environmental activism. Through her leadership in Rotary International, a new seventh focus area of Protecting the Environment was added. She is […]
The New Climate War
In his latest book, The New Climate War: The Fight to Take Back Our Planet, climate scientist Michael E. Mann argues that governments and corporations—not just individuals—need to fix the problem they’ve created, and he outlines a plan for pursuing effective climate solutions collectively. Today, we host Michael E. Mann on the show to talk […]
Mauritius Oil Spill and Environmental Issues in Africa
On July 25, a Japanese shipping vessel struck a coral reef off the coast of the island nation of Mauritius, resulting in a massive oil spill in the Indian Ocean. Earlier this week, Mauritius declared a state of environmental emergency. “The oil spill has badly impacted on the pristine lagoons, coral reefs, mangrove forests and […]
City of Madison Warns Residents About Excessive Salt Use
This week’s snowfall marks the first snow of the winter in Madison, and with temperatures below 32 degrees it likely won’t melt until tomorrow. While the City of Madison works to keep the sidewalks and roads clean, and Madison residents are picking up shovels and spreading salt in order to help, Madison officials are warning […]
