Environment

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Environmental Outlook: Declining Political Support for Ethanol

October 4, 2011

The U.S. produces more than half the world’s ethanol. Yet, the once strong political support for the bio-fuel is, for the first time, showing signs of waning. As part of the Environmental Outlook series we discuss why an industry that was once the darling of the renewable energy sector seems to be falling out of favor.

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Diana Reiss: "Dolphin in the Mirror"

September 15, 2011

For centuries, humans and dolphins have enjoyed a special relationship. One of the world's leading dolphin experts reveals the secrets behind their sophisticated playfulness, emotional intelligence, and ability to communicate in ways we never imagined. She talks with Diane about how the animals are mistreated and what can be done to stop it.

http://thedianerehmshow.org/shows/2011-09-06/environmental-outlook-battle-over-epa

Environmental Outlook: Battle Over the EPA

September 6, 2011

No fewer than seven Republican presidential candidates have vowed to either cut or close the EPA. As part of our environmental outlook series we discuss why the EPA has become such a lightening rod.

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Growing Concerns Over Fracking

August 29, 2011

Widening concerns over natural gas fracking.

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Environmental Outlook: Can We Adapt to Climate Change?

August 2, 2011

Why the prospect of climate change doesn't have to be all gloom and doom and may in fact provide humanity with an opportunity to radically reinvent itself.

http://thedianerehmshow.org/shows/2011-07-05/environmental-outlook-military-and-alternative-energy

Environmental Outlook: The Military and Alternative Energy

July 5, 2011

The military goes green: How it's using renewable energy to cut costs and improve national security.

http://thedianerehmshow.org/shows/2011-06-28/natural-gas-promise-and-perils

Natural Gas: Promise and Perils

June 28, 2011

New questions about what's been called the fossil fuel of tomorrow: The natural gas industry faces scrutiny over its optimistic financial forecasts and the environmental safety of fracking.

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Juliet Eilperin: "Demon Fish"

Juliet Eilperin: "Demon Fish"

June 15, 2011

After 400 million years, one of the ocean's top predators is in trouble. A journalist explores man's fascination with sharks and why some species are facing extinction.

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Richard White: "Railroaded"

Richard White: "Railroaded"

June 13, 2011

An award-winning historian on the making of the transcontinental railroads in the 19th century: How they shaped modern America and why he thinks they laid the groundwork for today’s economic problems.

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Ted Danson: "Oceana"

Ted Danson: "Oceana"

June 9, 2011

Ted Danson is best-known for his award-winning TV roles. But for twenty-five years he’s also been devoted to protecting the world's oceans. He talks with Diane talks about his journey from actor to activist.

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