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  1. Mostly Good Environmental News #20

    9 jun

    Mostly Good Environmental News #20

    We cover positive local and global environmental issues, milestones and activities that you may not hear about. Very often the news about the environment is not good. We hear about Climate chaos in all of its manifestations. Drought, Wildfires, Floods, species loss or the weakening of environmental regulations. But There are good things happening in the environment we will share with you in this podcast. This episode's good news includes How Giant Tortoises are Repopulating the Galapagos, Debunking Solar Myths, Ospreys returning to their former habitats, Advances in Car Batteries and the state of Vermont,s ban on the pesticide Paraquat. Segment Timing 1:24 - Tortoises Repopulating the Galapagos 6:48 - Debunking Solar Myths 13:57 - Ospreys Return to their former habitats 17:32 - Advances in Car Batteries 20:16 - Vermonts Ban on Harmful Pesticides

    25 min.
  2. Mostly Good Environmental News #19

    13 mei

    Mostly Good Environmental News #19

    Lenny Librizzi along with Dominique Borel, Mark Latour, Charlie Olson and Ed Linderman present The Mostly Good Environmental News Report covering positive local and global environmental issues, milestones, and activities. The conversation highlights the implementation of Green Amendments for environmental protection, innovative architectural solutions for urban greening, community-based environmental restoration projects, and legislation for wildlife habitat connectivity. Takeaways Green Amendments for environmental protectionInnovative architectural solutions for urban greeningCommunity-based environmental restoration projectsLegislation for wildlife habitat connectivity Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Positive Environmental News01:37 The Green Amendment Movement 07:47 Innovative Urban Greening Projects 12:01 New York Restoration Project: A Case Study 18:22 Legislative Actions on Data Centers 22:42 Wildlife Habitat Connectivity Initiatives

    28 min.
  3. Mostly Good Environmental News #18

    12 apr

    Mostly Good Environmental News #18

    The Mostly Good Environmental News Report covers positive local and global environmental issues, milestones, and activities. The conversation highlights the restoration of wetlands with beavers, Canada's plan to plant 2 billion trees, the increase in the number of monarch butterflies overwintering in Mexico, the protection of mountain lions under California's Endangered Species Act, the ban on new mine applications for coal in New South Wales, Australia, the practice of sheep and solar panels as a sustainable farming practice, and the recovery of the Yangtze River in China. Takeaways Beavers restoring wetlands in the western United StatesCanada's plan to plant 2 billion treesIncrease in the number of monarch butterflies overwintering in MexicoProtection of mountain lions under California's Endangered Species ActBan on new mine applications for coal in New South Wales, AustraliaSheep and solar panels as a sustainable farming practiceRecovery of the Yangtze River in China

    24 min.
  4. Mostly Good Environmental News #17

    27 feb

    Mostly Good Environmental News #17

    Good news stories about the environment reported by Mark Latour, Lenny Librizzi and Charlie Olson. In this Episode we cover the increasing use of Solar Energy in South Africa, Long Island Sound : the cleanest it has been in many years, how 3300 acres of Texas coast has been preserved and tribal Lands returned to the Washoe tribe in California. We also covered stories on the conservation of 10,000 acres of woodlands in the Florida panhandle and how HOA's are going green. Chapters 00:00 - Intro 01:33 - Solar in South Africa 06:52 - Long Island Sound Cleaned Up 10:28 - 3300 Acres of Texas coast preserved 12:38 - Tribal Lands returned to Washoe tribe in California 13:45 - 10,000 acres of woodland in the Florida Panhandle conserved 15:21 - HOA's Going Green

    17 min.
  5. Mostly Good Environmental news #16

    7 feb

    Mostly Good Environmental news #16

    The Mostly Good Environmental News Report covers positive local and global environmental issues, milestones, and activities. The podcast shares good news about the environment, including rainforest protection in Panama, biodiversity preservation at archaeological sites, congestion pricing in New York City, creation of national parks and wildlife corridors, an incubator program for Indian condor chicks, and the legalization of balcony solar systems. Takeaways Rainforest protection in PanamaBiodiversity preservation at archaeological sitesCongestion pricing in New York CityCreation of national parks and wildlife corridorsIncubator program for Indian condor chicksLegalization of balcony solar systems Chapters 00:08 Introduction01:08 Protection of the Darien Gap National Park06:14 Biodiversity at Archaeological Sites09:15 Update: Better News About Congestion Pricing10:30 New National Park in Chile12:13 Florida Wildlife Corridor Protected15:55 Indian Condor Breeding Program17 :21 Legalization of Balcony Solar Systems

    20 min.
  6. Mostly Good Environmental News #15

    16 jan

    Mostly Good Environmental News #15

    The Mostly Good Environmental News Report covers positive local and global environmental issues, milestones, and activities. The podcast shares good news about the environment, including new protections for sharks and rays, Hanoi's crackdown on toxic air, the Earthshot Prize, and various environmental initiatives and successes. The podcast aims to inspire optimism and hope for the future of the environment. Takeaways Shark and ray protectionsHanoi's air pollution crackdownThe Earthshot Prize and environmental initiatives Chapters 00:00 Introduction 01:06 New Protections for Sharks and Rays4:54 Hanoi Curbing Air Pollution09:09 The Earthshot Prize12:22 Wildlife Crossings in New Mexico13:17 Chippewa Sturgeon Restoration Project14:21 California Curbing Methane Pollution15:10 Crackdown on Illegal Mining in Indonesia15:59 Legal Rights for Stingless Bees16:55 Closing

    17 min.
  7. Mostly Good Environmental News #14

    08-12-2025

    Mostly Good Environmental News #14

    Keywords environment, conservation, wildlife recovery, urban gardening, positive news, climate change, biodiversity, turtle conservation, renewable energy, ecological restoration,arribada, Lenny Librizzi, Charlie Olson, Mark Latour, Dominique Borel, native plants Summary The Mostly Good Environmental News Report highlights positive developments in environmental conservation, including wildlife recovery, urban gardening initiatives, and global efforts to protect biodiversity. The conversation emphasizes the importance of community involvement and innovative solutions in addressing environmental challenges. Takeaways The podcast aims to share positive environmental news amidst prevalent negative narratives. Global bird populations are declining, but some species are recovering due to conservation efforts. Green sea turtles have moved from endangered to least concern status due to successful conservation measures. Urban gardening initiatives, like the Native Nursery in Brooklyn, are transforming polluted areas into green spaces. The Arribada phenomenon in Costa Rica showcases local efforts to protect olive ridley turtles during nesting season. Public lands are being preserved against proposals for sale to corporate interests in Montana. New Zealand is taking drastic measures to eliminate feral cats to protect native wildlife. Poland is transitioning to green energy, surpassing coal production for the first time. Innovative wind-powered ships are reducing carbon emissions in global shipping. Research shows that forest expansion can enhance agricultural productivity. Sound bites "Green sea turtles are recovering so well." "New Zealand is eliminating these killer cats." "Wind-powered ships are making a comeback." Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Positive Environmental News 00:51 Wildlife Recovery and Conservation Successes 06:30 Urban Green Spaces: The Native Nursery in Brooklyn 11:21 The Arribada: Olive Ridley Turtles in Costa Rica 14:43 Short Good News Items from Around the World

    20 min.
  8. Mostly Good Environmental News # 13

    10-11-2025

    Mostly Good Environmental News # 13

    In this episode of the Mostly Good Environmental News Report, hosts Lenny Librizzi, Charlie Olson and Mark Latour discuss positive developments in environmental news, focusing on the rise of electric vehicles in developing countries, the significance of peatlands in carbon storage, global investments in renewable energy, and community initiatives for environmental action. The conversation highlights the optimistic trends and efforts being made to combat climate change and promote sustainability. 00:00 Introduction 01:12 The Rise of Electric Vehicles in Developing Countries 07:22 The Importance of Peatlands in Carbon Storage 11:04 Norway is increasing investments in renewable energy 11:36 Canadian Sustainable Investing 12:09 Chicago River Swim event 13:07 South Carolina's largest ever conservation easement 13:51 Arnold Schwarzenegger advocates for climate action 14:45 Evangelical groups in Indiana pushing for environmental action. keywords: electric vehicles, renewable energy, peatlands, carbon storage, environmental news, climate change, sustainable investing, community action, positive environmental stories, global initiatives, Lenny Librizzi, Mark Latour, Charlie Olson, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Chicago River, South Carolina, Norway, Indiana, Canada

    16 min.
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    Lenny Librizzi
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    2025 - 2026
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