2 Degrees Out West
49 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 months ago - ★★★★★ - 5 ratingsListen in as we examine the story behind some of the most pressing conservation issues facing the West. We talk with issue experts, legislators, researchers, organizers, conservation advocates, and more about what we can do to help protect the West’s land, air, and water – and, yes, to fight the climate crisis and hold global heating to within 2 degrees Celsius.
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Harnessing Hope and Action for a Bright Climate Future with Haley Littleton and Kandice Cleveland
January 25, 2024 18:00 - 44 minutes - 30.7 MBThe opposite of climate doomerism is climate action. Join us as Haley Littleton and Kandice Cleveland from WRA ignite our enthusiasm for the path to a "Bright Climate Future." Our guests unravel the cord of climate action and resilience, casting a beacon of hope as we approach the 2024 election year. Our conversation isn't just about highlighting achievements; it's about acknowledging the power each of us holds in our hands—the power to vote, act, and inspire a sustainable tomorrow. Your s...
Rapids, Resilience, and Recovery: Adventure Therapy with Fredrick Solheim
December 14, 2023 21:00 - 37 minutes - 25.7 MBWhat if nature could be a catalyst for healing the wounds of war? Join me as we journey with Fredrick Solheim, a geophysicist and river runner, who uses the adrenaline-charged wilderness as a therapeutic tool for disabled veterans. We traverse the raging rapids of Cataract Canyon and explore the incredible power of nature, adventure, and camaraderie in initiating a journey towards healing and self-discovery for these brave souls. No stranger to the harsh reality of substance abuse and high ...
Brewing up Change: A Sustainable Approach with Alex Ditto and Colin Schilling
November 29, 2023 01:00 - 54 minutes - 37.6 MBEver wondered how your favorite beer or cider impacts the environment? Tune into this episode of "2 Degrees Out West" as we serve up a hearty conversation with Alex Ditto from Upslope Brewing Company and Colin Schilling from Schilling Cider, who are brewing a sustainable future for the beverage industry. They share their unique approach to utilizing infinitely recyclable aluminum cans over glass bottles and cutting down on water consumption in the brewing process. Get ready to soak up the s...
Uplifting Marginalized Communities Through Clean Energy with Ona Porter
October 26, 2023 01:00 - 41 minutes - 28.3 MBHave you ever considered the intersection of poverty, culture, and environmental justice? Our intriguing conversation with the formidable Ona Porter, founder of Prosperity Works and Clean Energy Leader, explores this in-depth. Ona's lifelong mission to uplift limited-income households in New Mexico and her intricate understanding of poverty, gained from her background as an educator, paint a vivid picture of the unique challenges facing this region. With Prosperity Works, she has dedicated h...
Exploring the Psychology of Climate Change with Dr. Conor Seyle
September 25, 2023 23:00 - 50 minutes - 35 MBHave you ever wondered why, despite understanding the global crisis climate change poses, we struggle to address it effectively? Today, we step into the realm of the human mind with political psychologist, Dr. Conor Seyle, to make sense of this conundrum. We illuminate the complexities of cognitive biases and our long-term thinking capacity and take you on a fascinating journey through the psychology of climate change. Our conversation uncovers the psychological impact of social motives lik...
Unraveling the Environmental Impact of Fashion with Jennifer Inaba
August 31, 2023 21:00 - 49 minutes - 34.3 MBFashion's environmental impact is a hot topic, and we have the perfect expert to guide us through it. Meet Jennifer Inaba, a communications manager at WRA and PhD candidate studying sustainable fashion. Jennifer's insights into the fashion industry's environmental implications are not just enlightening, they expose a flawed system that urgently needs reform. From water pollution to carbon emissions and the alarming growth of microplastics in our oceans, she takes us on a journey through the ...
Growing Water Smart in Utah with Chelsea Benjamin, Nick Schou and John Berggren
July 24, 2023 22:00 - 48 minutes - 33.6 MBAre you ready to refresh your understanding of water use and make strides in conservation as we unveil the innovative Growing Water Smart program in Utah? Our conversation delves into the intricate connection between land and water use, revealing the crucial role that reducing water use plays in our environment and key ecosystems, such as the Colorado River and the Great Salt Lake. We're joined by an expert panel featuring Chelsea Benjamin, Nick Schou, and John Berggren, who share their inva...
Cultivating Environmental Justice with Juan Roberto Madrid
June 29, 2023 22:00 - 50 minutes - 35 MBWhat if you could uncover the often-overlooked environmental challenges faced by Latino communities? Today, we're excited to bring you a crucial conversation with Juan Roberto Madrid from Green Latinos, an organization tirelessly working towards addressing climate justice. This compelling episode invites you to join us on Juan Roberto's extraordinary journey from his 33-year healthcare career aiding minority communities, to his pursuit of a Masters in Public Health and eventually embracing t...
Wildfire Resilience: Tackling the Growing Risk in the Western US with Brendan Witt
June 02, 2023 20:00 - 49 minutes - 34 MBAre you prepared for wildfire season? Today, we're joined by Brendan Witt, former host of Two Degrees Out West and current Western Lands Policy Fellow at WRA, to help us better understand the increasing risk of wildfires in the western US. Brendan shares his unique journey from the world of craft beer to working on land use planning, prescribed fire, and wildfire mitigation. Discover how his personal experience with the East Troublesome Fire in Colorado shaped his perspective on wildfire res...
Turf Replacement and Water Wise Landscaping with Kate Larson and Maria Fox
May 09, 2023 22:00 - 57 minutes - 39.2 MBHow can we reduce our water use and support local ecosystems? Easy, turf replacement, water wise landscaping and planting native gardens. It can seem like an overwhelming task for homeowners and businesses but there are many resources, tools and financial support. The end result are beautiful spaces that support the surrounding plants and animals and make people happier too. On this episode of 2 Degrees Out West, we talk with two water wise landscaping experts, Maria Fox in Utah and Kate L...
Fostering Diversity in the World of Fly Fishing with Austin Campbell
April 27, 2023 23:00 - 46 minutes - 32 MBAustin Campbell is a Denver-based fly fishing guide that works with Trouts Fly Fishing and runs the non-profit Community Fly Fishing, to introduce inner-city kids and underserved Denver residents to the joys of fishing and the serenity of the outdoors. In this episode of 2 Degrees Out West, we chat about the joys of fly fishing, how climate change is affecting the sport and the work Austin is doing to create more outdoor equity in the fishing world. Further Reading Book a fly fishing tr...
Hydrology in the Navajo Nation with Crystal Tulley-Cordova
April 11, 2023 00:00 - 48 minutes - 33.1 MBCrystal Tulley-Cordova, PhD, MWR is the principal hydrologist in the Navajo Nation Department of Water Resources Water Management Branch. She's an enrolled member of the Navajo Nation and she received a doctoral degree in geology and an interdisciplinary graduate certificate in sustainability from the University of Utah. In this episode, we speak with Crystal about water in the Navajo Nation as well as some climate challenges and collaborative solutions facing the Tribal Nation today. We a...
Hydrology In the Navajo Nation with Crystal Tulley-Cordova
April 11, 2023 00:00 - 48 minutes - 33.1 MBCrystal Tulley-Cordova, PhD, MWR is the principal hydrologist in the Navajo Nation Department of Water Resources Water Management Branch. She's an enrolled member of the Navajo Nation and she received a doctoral degree in geology and an interdisciplinary graduate certificate in sustainability from the University of Utah. On this episode, we speak with Crystal about water in the Navajo Nation as well as some climate challenges and collaborative solutions facing the Tribal Nation today. We a...
Public Utility Commissions with Deb Kapiloff
March 25, 2023 02:00 - 48 minutes - 33.7 MBPublic Utility Commissions play a major role in the clean energy future, utility rates and more but what do we really know about these regulating bodies? Listen in as we take a look behind the curtain at PUCs with transportation electrification policy analyst Deb Kapiloff. Further Reading Learn more about electricity regulation in the U.S. Take a deeper dive into the different types of utilities (public vs. cooperate vs. investor owned etc.) Check out the NAACP guide to engaging with PU...
Indigenous Peoples and Conservation with Tahlia Bear
March 11, 2023 05:00 - 41 minutes - 28.4 MBTahlia Bear is the Indigenous Peoples Engagement Manager at WRA. Her work focuses on building relationships with Tribes, identifying ways we can support one another and making sure that Indigenous voices are always heard. In this episode, we discuss some of the challenges facing Tribes in the context of climate change and beyond. We chat about Tribal sovereignty, regional energy markets, Tribal utilities and more. Tahlia is an enrolled member of the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation and she is ...
Love Letters to the West
February 22, 2023 22:00 - 37 minutes - 25.6 MBWe asked the WRA community to submit Little Love Letters to the West to celebrate the West and our new brand launch. In this episode, we talk with WRA president, Jon Goldin-Dubois about the new brand, the future of WRA, and his favorite part of the West. We've also included nine of the Love Letters we've received from various staff members, board members, and supporters of WRA. 2 Degrees Out West is a podcast from Western Resource Advocates, an environmental conservation organization that'...
Love Letters to the West with John Goldin-Dubois
February 22, 2023 22:00 - 37 minutes - 25.6 MBWe asked the WRA community to submit Little Love Letters to the West to celebrate the West and our new brand launch. In this episode, we talk with WRA president, Jon Goldin-Dubois about the new brand, the future of WRA, and his favorite part of the West. We've also included nine of the Love Letters we've received from various staff members, board members, and supporters of WRA. Further Reading Read all of our Love Letters to The West Listen to Jon Goldin-Dubois's 2 Degrees episode about ...
Supporting the Land of Enchantment with Brittany Fallon
January 28, 2023 00:00 - 45 minutes - 31.1 MBWestern Lands Manager, Brittany Fallon, has channeled her love for New Mexico and the environment into a career championing climate solutions in the Land of Enchantment. She loves river rafting on the Chama and snowshoeing with her dog Cooper whenever she's not fighting for our Western Lands. In this episode, we learn about The Land of Enchantment Legacy Fund, a bill Brittany has worked on for over 5 years. This bill will create permanent funding for 10 programs that help protect New Mexico...
Southern Nevada Snapshot Solving Air Pollution with Jermareon Williams
January 10, 2023 22:00 - 46 minutes - 31.9 MBWho is affected every day by traffic smog and trucks? On this episode, we chat with proud Las Vegas native, Jermareon Williams, WRA's newest government affairs manager for the state of Nevada. Find out more about Vegas, Medium and Heavy Duty Vehicles, pollution, and how we can stop it in this storytelling-style podcast from Western Resource Advocates. Further Reading Read more about Medium and Heavy Duty Trucks and the Electrification Coalition Download WRA's paper on Nevada's MHV electr...
Southern Nevada Snapshot: Solving Air Pollution with Jermareon Williams
January 10, 2023 22:00 - 46 minutes - 31.8 MBWho is affected every day by traffic smog and trucks? On this episode, we chat with proud Las Vegas native, Jermareon Williams, WRA's newest government affairs manager for the state of Nevada. Find out more about Vegas, Medium and Heavy Duty Vehicles, pollution, and how we can stop it in this storytelling-style podcast from Western Resource Advocates. Check out the show notes for photos, links and more. 2 Degrees Out West is a podcast from Western Resource Advocates, an environmental cons...
A Journey to the Black Rock Desert with Stacey Wittek
December 16, 2022 19:15 - 45 minutes - 31.5 MBJoin us for a journey to the Black Rock Desert with Stacey Wittek the executive director of The Friends of Black Rock High Rock. This Northern Nevada national conservation area is best known for land speed records, emigrant trails, rocket launches and Burning Man. Find out what else the Black Rock Desert holds in this storytelling-style podcast from Western Resource Advocates. Further Reading Learn more about ancient Lake Lohantan Learn what Western Resource Advocates is doing to fight cl...
A Journey to the Black Rock Desert
December 16, 2022 19:15 - 45 minutes - 31.5 MBJoin us for a journey to the Black Rock Desert with Stacey Wittek the executive director of The Friends of Black Rock High Rock. This Northern Nevada national conservation area is best known for land speed records, emigrant trails, rocket launches and Burning Man. Find out what else the Black Rock Desert holds in this storytelling-style podcast from Western Resource Advocates. Check out the show notes for photos, links and more. 2 Degrees Out West is a podcast from Western Resource Advocat...
The Colorado River in Crisis
July 25, 2022 14:52 - 48 minutes - 33.2 MBThe Colorado River is the hardest working river in the West, providing water for over 40 million people, 5.5 million acres of agriculture, 20 federally recognized tribes, and vibrant wildlife across seven states and two countries. It is essential for the lives and livelihoods of communities across our region – and it is in crisis. In this latest episode, we dove into the threats facing the Colorado River, what they mean for Western communities, and how we can and must take action to update ma...
Climate Nexus Series: Working to Build Community Resilience to Climate Change: Part 3
July 01, 2022 18:22 - 42 minutes - 29.5 MBFrom ongoing megadrought, dangerous ground-level ozone pollution and heat waves, and increasing frequent catastrophic wildfires to erratic, devastating floods, communities across the West are experiencing the impacts of climate change right now, in real time. The impacts of the climate crisis are no longer a looming threat in the distant or even near future, they are now a present reality, and are being disproportionately felt by Western communities in the US. With the Colorado River reachin...
Climate Nexus Series - Working to Build Community Resilience to Climate Change, Episode 3
July 01, 2022 18:22 - 42 minutes - 29.5 MBFrom ongoing megadrought, dangerous ground-level ozone pollution and heat waves, and increasing frequent catastrophic wildfires to erratic, devastating floods, communities across the West are experiencing the impacts of climate change right now, in real time. The impacts of the climate crisis are no longer a looming threat in the distant or even near future, they are now a present reality, and are being disproportionately felt by Western communities in the US. With the Colorado River reachi...
Climate Nexus Series: Clean Air and Clean Energy: Part 2
May 24, 2022 17:52 - 37 minutes - 25.6 MBClean air is essential for a healthy quality of life for our region. Breathing in fresh air and enjoying our region’s abundant outdoor natural beauty is what some of us love most about calling the West home. But contrary to the idyllic image that might conjure up, many of the states across the Interior West are home to some of the nation’s worst air quality. Although we might often think of carbon dioxide, also known as CO2, when we talk about climate pollution and the need to reduce emissi...
Climate Nexus Series: Clean Air and Clean Energy , Episode 2
May 24, 2022 17:52 - 37 minutes - 25.6 MBClean air is essential for a healthy quality of life for our region. Breathing in fresh air and enjoying our region’s abundant outdoor natural beauty is what some of us love most about calling the West home. But contrary to the idyllic image that might conjure up, many of the states across the Interior West are home to some of the nation’s worst air quality. Although we might often think of carbon dioxide, also known as CO2, when we talk about climate pollution and the need to reduce emissio...
Climate Nexus Series - Episode One - Water And Energy
April 22, 2022 17:25 - 27 minutes - 19.3 MBAt WRA, we are working to drive on-the-ground solutions to climate change to advance clean energy, protect air, land, water, and wildlife—and sustain the lives and livelihoods of the West. And across the West, we know that almost every aspect of our lives is being impacted by the effects of climate change. From water scarcity and ongoing drought, to catastrophic wildfire and dangerous air quality levels. We know that these challenges, however distinct, are not isolated from each other. From ...
Climate Nexus Series: Water And Energy: Part 1
April 22, 2022 17:25 - 27 minutes - 19.3 MBAt WRA, we are working to drive on-the-ground solutions to climate change to advance clean energy, protect air, land, water, and wildlife—and sustain the lives and livelihoods of the West. And across the West, we know that almost every aspect of our lives is being impacted by the effects of climate change. From water scarcity and ongoing drought, to catastrophic wildfire and dangerous air quality levels. We know that these challenges, however distinct, are not isolated from each other. From ...
A Conversation on Women in Conservation, with the Women of WRA
March 08, 2022 15:57 - 42 minutes - 29.5 MBProtecting our clean air, healthy rivers and lakes, and natural landscapes to ensure a healthy, livable future are goals that we can seemingly all agree on. However, for decades, the work to achieve those goals and the professions that pursue them have traditionally been seen as male dominated spaces. At Western Resource Advocates, we want to celebrate some of the incredible women on our staff, and in the conservation community that have worked to break the mold and build a more inclusive con...
A Conversation on Women in Conservation with the Women of WRA
March 08, 2022 15:57 - 42 minutes - 29.5 MBProtecting our clean air, healthy rivers and lakes, and natural landscapes to ensure a healthy, livable future are goals that we can seemingly all agree on. However, for decades, the work to achieve those goals and the professions that pursue them have traditionally been seen as male dominated spaces. At Western Resource Advocates, we want to celebrate some of the incredible women on our staff, and in the conservation community that have worked to break the mold and build a more inclusive co...
Black History, Today and Every Day, and Breaking Down Barriers to Equity in the Outdoors
February 15, 2022 15:06 - 56 minutes - 38.6 MBFor this latest installment of our podcast in recognition of Black History Month, WRA's Kandice Cleveland takes over for Brendan as guest host. Kandice spoke with WRA Western Lands Policy Analyst and Rising Routes founder Jason Swann, and Portia Prescott, founder of Black Girls Hike and a new member of our board of directors. The conversation focused on learning more about how our staff and board are working to expand equitable access to the outdoors and ensure a healthy, livable future for a...
2022 Western Legislative Preview
January 25, 2022 15:55 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MBAt Western Resource Advocates, we work where decisions are made to drive on-the-ground solutions to climate change, advance clean energy, protect air, land, water, and wildlife — and sustain the lives and livelihoods of the West. That means engaging with policymakers at state legislatures each year to ensure that important issues are addressed. To find out what issues are priorities for our mission in state legislators this year, we spoke with WRA’s Government Affairs team for our 2022 Weste...
How A Little "Trail Magic" Can Help Us Achieve Our Climate Goals
December 17, 2021 22:07 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MBWith so much intense news about climate change constantly in front of us, it can be easy to lose sight of the real potential we have to address this challenge if we work together. To wrap up this extraordinary and strange year, WRA President Jon Goldin-Dubois joins the podcast to reflect on what his summer trip hiking the Colorado Trail can tell us about how we can work together to address climate change, and how a little “trail magic” is just what we need to get it done. 2 Degrees Out West...
How A Little ”Trail Magic” Can Help Us Achieve Our Climate Goals
December 17, 2021 22:07 - 31 minutesWith so much intense news about climate change constantly in front of us, it can be easy to lose sight of the real potential we have to address this challenge if we work together. To wrap up this extraordinary and strange year, WRA President Jon Goldin-Dubois joins the podcast to reflect on what his summer trip hiking the Colorado Trail can tell us about how we can work together to address climate change, and how a little “trail magic” is just what we need to get it done.
How to Turn Climate Anxiety and Emotions into Action
November 17, 2021 19:55 - 50 minutes - 34.6 MBWe are all feeling the impacts of climate change, and experiencing them in a real and emotional sense.While the evidence of the impacts of climate change are all around us, are we really allowing ourselves to feel these impacts personally? How can we both process this existential issue, and turn those emotions into action? How do we avoid feeling panic over the future, and stay motivated to act before it's too late? In this episode, we look at how we can productively process our feelings abo...
2021 Western Legislative Preview
January 22, 2021 20:53 - 18 minutes - 12.8 MBAt WRA, we work where decisions are being made – including at state legislative sessions across the West. As legislatures across the West convene for 2021, we sat down with our Government Affairs team for a preview of the issues ahead, in our latest episode of our podcast, 2° Out West: 2 Degrees Out West is a podcast from Western Resource Advocates, an environmental conservation organization that's focused on the Interior West. WRA works across seven states to protect our climate, land, air, ...
Lessons Learned from 2020 and How WRA is Stepping Up to The Challenges of The Year to Come
December 18, 2020 18:08 - 16 minutes - 11.6 MBAs 2020 draws to a close, we spoke with WRA President Jon Goldin Dubois about how our organization is stepping up to the challenges ahead. 2 Degrees Out West is a podcast from Western Resource Advocates, an environmental conservation organization that's focused on the Interior West. WRA works across seven states to protect our climate, land, air, and water. WRA protects and advocates for New Mexico, Nevada, Montana, Arizona, Colorado, Wyoming and Utah. Want to be part of 2 Degrees Out Wes...
What We are Hopeful for Heading into 2021
November 28, 2020 16:04 - 13 minutes - 9.63 MBWe don’t have to tell you that this year has been a tough one. From the global pandemic, worsening drought conditions, and yet another season of catastrophic wildfires that have impacted so many, this year has unquestionably stood apart from the rest. But through all the struggles of 2020, there has also been some important progress made in our work to protect the West’s land air and water.That work has us encouraged, and feeling hopeful about what 2021 has in store. So we wanted to share som...
Megadrought Final With Theme Mixdown 01
October 28, 2020 17:53 - 38 minutes - 35.6 MBAs climate change experts warn that our climate will only continue to get hotter if we don’t take decisive action on climate soon, we spoke with some of WRA’s water experts, as well as with ranchers and Navajo tribal water official to understand whatthis drought means for people across the West, and what we can do to protect our rivers in the face of a mega drought.
What Megadrought Means for the West
October 28, 2020 17:53 - 38 minutes - 26.7 MBAs climate change experts warn that our climate will only continue to get hotter if we don’t take decisive action on climate soon, we spoke with some of WRA’s water experts, as well as with ranchers and Navajo tribal water official to understand whatthis drought means for people across the West, and what we can do to protect our rivers in the face of a mega drought. 2 Degrees Out West is a podcast from Western Resource Advocates, an environmental conservation organization that's focused on ...
Welcome to our First Ever WRA Book Club!
June 04, 2020 23:24 - 43 minutes - 29.9 MBWhile we usually cover different policy topics, update you on legislative efforts, or dive into the real world impacts of climate change on this show, we wanted to change things up for this episode.Welcome to our first ever WRA book club. In this episode, we’ll discuss what we are reading, watching, or listening to that is serving up food for thought as we continue our work to protect the West’s land, air, and water and address climate change. 2 Degrees Out West is a podcast from Western Reso...
WRA Update: Protecting the West While Working From Home
May 04, 2020 23:11 - 18 minutes - 12.7 MBFor this episode, we’ve brought together a group of advocates from across our organization to give us an update on what life is like now, and what our organization is doing to continue our work to ensure clean air and healthy rivers and lakes, protect and connect Western landscapes, and address climate change. 2 Degrees Out West is a podcast from Western Resource Advocates, an environmental conservation organization that's focused on the Interior West. WRA works across seven states to protect...
Turning Up the Heat: How Climate Change is Affecting New Mexico’s Green Chile
March 02, 2020 17:35 - 30 minutes - 21 MBIn this episode of 2° Out West, we speak with scientists, policy experts, and green chile lovers to learn more about what the threat of climate change means for New Mexico’s most beloved crop, New Mexico green chile. 2 Degrees Out West is a podcast from Western Resource Advocates, an environmental conservation organization that's focused on the Interior West. WRA works across seven states to protect our climate, land, air, and water. WRA protects and advocates for New Mexico, Nevada, Montana,...
Hope in the Face of Climate Change
January 22, 2020 22:34 - 32 minutes - 22.1 MBIn this episode of 2° Out West, we speak with WRA's Clean Energy Program Deputy Director Erin Overturf about why she sees reasons to stay hopeful in the face of the looming climate crisis, and what we can do to take action and make a difference before it’s too late. 2 Degrees Out West is a podcast from Western Resource Advocates, an environmental conservation organization that's focused on the Interior West. WRA works across seven states to protect our climate, land, air, and water. WRA pro...
Looking Back, and Looking Forward: A Conversation with WRA President Jon Goldin-Dubois
December 20, 2019 16:52 - 35 minutes - 24.3 MB2019 was a big year for WRA in our work to protect the West’s land, air, and water. To take stock of all we accomplished this year, and look forward to 2020, we spoke with WRA President Jon Goldin-Dubois in our latest episode of our podcast, 2 Degrees Out West! 2 Degrees Out West is a podcast from Western Resource Advocates, an environmental conservation organization that's focused on the Interior West. WRA works across seven states to protect our climate, land, air, and water. WRA protects ...
2 Degrees Out West: A Conversation with WRA’s 2019 Emerging Leaders Andrew Pappas and Jeremy Romero
October 28, 2019 21:20 - 24 minutes - 16.8 MBIn our first full episode, we speak with WRA’s 2019 emerging leader award recipients, Andrew Pappas and Jeremy Romero, about what inspired them to work in conservation, and the challenges they see facing the West’s land, air, and water through their work.
A Conversation with WRA’s 2019 Emerging Leaders Andrew Pappas and Jeremy Romero
October 28, 2019 21:20 - 24 minutes - 16.8 MBIn our first full episode, we speak with WRA’s 2019 emerging leader award recipients, Andrew Pappas and Jeremy Romero, about what inspired them to work in conservation, and the challenges they see facing the West’s land, air, and water through their work. 2 Degrees Out West is a podcast from Western Resource Advocates, an environmental conservation organization that's focused on the Interior West. WRA works across seven states to protect our climate, land, air, and water. WRA protects and a...
Introduction: 2 Degrees Out West
October 28, 2019 21:16 - 2 minutes - 2.04 MBWelcome to 2 Degrees Out West, a podcast of Western Resource Advocates, where we examine the story behind some of the most pressing conservation issues facing the West. We talk with issue experts, legislators, researchers, organizers, conservation advocates, and more about what we can do to help protect the West’s land, air, and water – and, yes, to fight the climate crisis and hold global heating to within 2 degrees Celsius. Please join us and subscribe on Stitcher, iTunes, or SoundCloud to...