Terra Verde
10:30 AM Pacific Time: Fridays
Terra Verde delivers news and views about the most critical environmental issues across California and globally. From agriculture and wildlife to energy and climate change, industrial pollution to design solutions, Terra Verde brings you stories of struggle and triumph that will determine the future of our planet.
Terra Verde – March 19, 2010
We will be talking about garbage. More specifically, we will be discussing the trash that is clogging and contaminating California’s coastlines, the San Francisco Bay, and the Pacific Ocean, including a floating garbage island in the Pacific Ocean, which is larger than the Continental US.
Terra Verde – The attack on California’s global warming law
California is in the process of implementing AB32, a global warming law designed to cut state emissions by 80% by 2050. But the law has come under threat by anti-tax groups who are backing a ballot initiative to roll back the law in the name of jobs. Terra Verde speaks with the Global Warming Action … Continued
Terra Verde – February 5, 2010
Terra Verde will explore issues of urban agriculture, food security, and environmental justice with innovative programs in Oakland and around the country.
Terra Verde – The “Locavore” lifestyle
The "Locavore" lifestyle, eating locally-sourced food, is rapidly growing in popularity. Two Locavores join Terra Verde to discuss the environmental – and many more – benefits.
Terra Verde – Pt Molate
Pt Molate has been described as an “undiscovered natural gem” in the East Bay, with splendid views, rare native plants, and unique natural history. Terra Verde speaks with representatives of the California Native Plant Society and the Richmond City Planning Commission about controversial plans to turn Pt Molate into a Vegas-style casino.