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Courtesy: Idaho Public HealthIn this episode of Sustainable Idaho, host Holly Wilson sits down with Elizabeth Spelsberg, Senior Water Quality Standards Scientist at the Idaho Department of Environmental Quality, and Andre Salino, Water Quality Analyst in Pocatello. Together, they break down what HABs are, why they’re happening more often, and what we can do about them. -
This episode of "The Nature of Idaho" features Shana Drimal, wildlife program manager for the Greater Yellowstone Coalition, discussing the importance of Yellowstone’s bison and ongoing conservation strategies.
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On today’s episode, Madison speaks with Paul Allen, the chairperson of Idaho’s High Desert Chapter Master Naturalist Program. -
In this episode of Sustainable Idaho, host Holly Wilson interviews Eric Pankau, Stewardship Manager at the Sagebrush Steppe Land Trust, a 501(c)(3), about a pilot study to manage invasive cheatgrass. -
On today’s episode, Madison speaks with Julie D’Agostino, the founder and Executive Director of Rolling Tomato, a Boise non-profit organization geared at ending food waste. -
On today’s episode, Madison and Holly work together to share what they’ve learned about Pocatello’s wastewater treatment plant. -
In this episode of Sustainable Idaho, Holly Wilson speaks with energy expert Leif Elgethun about heat pumps, including what they are, how they work, and why they’re a smart, sustainable choice for Idaho homes. -
On today’s episode, Madison talks with Leigh Ford, the Executive Director of the Snake River Alliance, to express concerns about the potential dangers of spent nuclear waste transport. -
On today’s episode, Madison talks with Christian Natoni, the Deputy Manager for Facilities Programs and Partnerships with the Department of Energy Idaho Operations Office at the Idaho National Laboratory. This is the first part of a two-part series focusing on the future shipment of a high burnup nuclear fuel cask, which is also referred to as a spent uranium cask, from the North Anna Nuclear Power Generating Station in Virginia to INL. -
In this episode of Sustainable Idaho, host Holly Wilson speaks with Augie Gabrielli, Education Coordinator at the Boise WaterShed Education Center, about the center’s groundbreaking new Climate and Water Education exhibits. -
This episode of The Nature of Idaho features hosts Dr. Leif Tapanila and Peter Pruett in conversation with Lance Davisson, Executive Director of the Treasure Valley Canopy Network, and Hannah Sanger, Environmental Administrator for the city of Pocatello, discussing the crucial role of urban trees in Idaho’s arid cities. They explore why cities must intentionally plant and care for trees to provide shade, reduce energy use, clean water, and create livable urban environments, emphasizing the challenges posed by Idaho’s climate and soil conditions. Both guests highlight the importance of tree diversity to prevent disease vulnerability and support wildlife, as well as the collaboration between nonprofits and cities to fund, plan, and maintain urban forests. The conversation also touches on practical tree selection guidance tailored to local conditions and the broader theme of community engagement for sustaining healthy urban canopies in Idaho's unique environment. -
On today’s episode, Madison talks with Liz Alexander, president and full-time volunteer of the Nampa Rotary Club, about Rotary District 5400 and their Youth Eco Film Contest. To find out how the Southern Idaho Rotary group is transforming communities and making a difference, visit their website at Rotary District 5400. You can also check out their Facebook page at Rotary District 5400 and the Rotary District 5400 Environmental Sustainability Action Team YouTube Channel to view some of the contest winners.
