Bottled water is the most consumed packaged drink in the world, but it comes with plenty of concerns. We learn how the industry grew so big. We also learn about a project telling the story of women working in conservation in the state.
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The fight against bottled water
The past three decades have seen a meteoric rise in the popularity of bottled water, which is now the most consumed package drink in the world. It’s also a controversial beverage due to lax industry regulations and plastic waste. The author of a new book traces how we got here—and how the growth of bottled water has not only threatened the environment but exacerbated social inequality.
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Group helps support women landowners, farmers and urban growers in Wisconsin
We learn about how a Wisconsin project is working with female landowners to educate them about conservation practices, resources, and funding.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
- Richelle Wilson Producer
- Tim Peterson Producer
- Daniel Jaffee Guest
- Esther Durairaj Guest
- Lauren Langworthy Guest
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