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Climate change on our planet is occurring at a rate never seen before by scientists, and it is proven that we as humans are the accelerator. Easy Being Green, hosted by Taylor Powers and Deanne Tetzl, a dynamic duo from different generations and upbringings, discusses how they are trying to make changes in their own lives and how you can too. There is still time to slow the rate of climate change and work together to make earth healthy again. Join them to learn and engage in how you can do your part for the environment.
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Balancing the Demand For Energy
Not all energy is created equally. Taylor and Deanne discuss ways you can balance your demand for energy to make it more efficient. They also discuss the future of renewable energy and some current roadblocks in the way of making solar, biomass, geothermal, wind, and hydropower the majority energy source.
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How you can help those affected by the raging California wildfires
The California wildfires are sweeping the state and displacing a massive population. Homes are being lost, evacuation centers are at capacity, pets need fostering, and people need your help. Deanne and Taylor discuss various funds to support fire victims. If you want to hear more about the impact of climate change on forest fires and vice versa, listen to our previous episode.
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Climate Change and the Rise of Wildfires
As more greenhouse gas emissions enter our atmosphere, climate change takes effect. Drier regions become drier, making wildfires more prevalent. Wildfires not only devastate the area of the fire, but also contribute to the high carbon levels in our air, further instigating climate change. It is a negative feedback loop that Taylor and Deanne discuss and share thoughts on we can slow it down.
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The Real Effect of Rising Sea Level
We constantly hear about rising sea level and the threats to our planet, but what does it actually mean? Deanne and Taylor dive into the topic of melting ice caps, CO2 emissions, and how rising sea levels will impact (and already are) our lives.
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The UN Climate Summit, Greta Thunberg, and You
The speech that Greta Thunberg delivered at the UN Climate Summit has sparked an out pour of responses regarding the state of our planet and the lack of ambition from world leaders to make real change. Deanne and Taylor recap the Climate Summit, discuss Greta's emotional delivery and discuss activism in general and how you can make a difference. It's a heavy episode, but hope is not lost.
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Sustainable Travel is Smart Travel
Traveling makes up 8% of global carbon emissions annually! Taylor and Deanne discuss ways to get that number lower without reducing how often you take vacation. Think about where you stay, how you get there, where you shop and much more. It's these choices we make that can add up to create change. The travel industry is not slowing down, and neither is climate change, so travel smart: travel green.
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