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Protecting America's Most Endangered Rivers: Critical Insights and Actions
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Join us as we discuss critical threats facing America's rivers, from the recent Supreme Court decision impacting the Clean Water Act to ongoing pressures like climate change and development.
Representatives from American Rivers Organization, Winyah Rivers Alliance, Idle No More South Carolina, and South Carolina Coastal Conservation League delve into the 10 most endangered rivers of 2023 and emphasize the importance of protecting the Little Pee Dee River.
Learn about the significance of these rivers, the impacts of highway development, and what individuals can do to help. Also, discover ways to advocate for stronger environmental protections and get involved in conservation efforts.
00:00 Supreme Court Ruling and Its Impact on Wetlands
00:51 Introduction to the Podcast and Guests02:06 National Perspective on Water Protection
03:24 Overview of the Most Endangered Rivers Program
06:38 The Importance of the Little Pee Dee River
11:46 Threats from Development and Interstate 73
15:52 How Individuals Can Protect Our Rivers
22:32 The Role of Elections in Environmental Protection
34:38 Waccamaw Indian People's Connection to the River
39:49 How to Support River Conservation Efforts
44:46 Closing Remarks and Resources
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-lean-to-the-left-podcast--4719048/support.
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Representatives from American Rivers Organization, Winyah Rivers Alliance, Idle No More South Carolina, and South Carolina Coastal Conservation League delve into the 10 most endangered rivers of 2023 and emphasize the importance of protecting the Little Pee Dee River.
Learn about the significance of these rivers, the impacts of highway development, and what individuals can do to help. Also, discover ways to advocate for stronger environmental protections and get involved in conservation efforts.
00:00 Supreme Court Ruling and Its Impact on Wetlands
00:51 Introduction to the Podcast and Guests02:06 National Perspective on Water Protection
03:24 Overview of the Most Endangered Rivers Program
06:38 The Importance of the Little Pee Dee River
11:46 Threats from Development and Interstate 73
15:52 How Individuals Can Protect Our Rivers
22:32 The Role of Elections in Environmental Protection
34:38 Waccamaw Indian People's Connection to the River
39:49 How to Support River Conservation Efforts
44:46 Closing Remarks and Resources
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-lean-to-the-left-podcast--4719048/support.
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