SDG Talks Podcast highlights Change Makers and their work around the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Our passion is to highlight people and organizations that work towards the 17 goals that will transform the world into a more equitable place for everyone.
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What is GLOBE, and how is it impacting future generations of environmentalists?
Thanks for joining us for another episode of highlighting change makers and their inspirational work towards the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
In this episode:
Connecting youth to watershed science through GLOBE
Simplified water quality testing and STEM guest speakers inspiring future scientists
How does Wisconsin Water Week unite professionals for better water education and management?
Hear from Darien Becker (https://www.linkedin.com/in/darien-becker-1975a67a/) - a Program Director for the Welty Environmental Center (https://weltycenter.org/).
Darien Becker shares her work with GLOBE (https://www.globe.gov/) (Global Learning and Observations to Benefit the Environment), focusing on connecting youth to their watershed and wetland science. The camp introduces students to water science, allowing them to see water through the lens of a scientist. Activities include simplified water quality testing protocols and guest speakers from various STEM fields to inspire the campers.
The program successfully shifts campers' mindsets towards STEM fields and boosts their self-efficacy. Darien also highlights her journey into wetland science and the importance of environmental education. The conversation concludes with the significance of conferences like Wisconsin Water Week in uniting professionals for water education and management.
Click play now to soak up what she has to share!
To learn more and get involved with ongoing efforts in Wisconsin, visit the partner websites:
Wisconsin Water Week (https://wisconsinwaterweek.org/)
Wisconsin Lakes (https://wisconsinlakes.org/)
Wisconsin DNR (https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/Lakes)
Extension Lakes | UWSP (https://www3.uwsp.edu/cnr-ap/UWEXLakes/Pages/default.aspx)
Let’s get SDG Talking!!
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25 Oct 2024
SDG 6 | Understanding Herbicide Effects on Aquatic Biodiversity | Luke Huffman
What's fluoroproxen benzyl and why should we care about its effect on biodiversity?
Thanks for joining us for another episode of highlighting change makers and their inspirational work towards the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
In this episode:
What’s the impact of fluoroproxen benzyl on plant biodiversity and invertebrates?
How does Luke’s research help us understand the unintended effects of herbicide applications and managing aquatic plants?
How is Wisconsin Water Week a platform for sharing research and collaborating on aquatic plant management?
Hear from Luke Huffman - a PhD student at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
Luke dives into his research on the effects of fluoroproxen benzyl applications on non-target biodiversity of macrophytes and invertebrates. This herbicide is used to control the invasive Eurasian water milfoil, but Luke's focus was to understand its impact on native aquatic plants and invertebrates.
Initial results show a significant increase in plant biodiversity after herbicide treatment, with no significant impacts on invertebrates. His research has broad implications for government entities, lake associations, and anyone managing aquatic plants. Luke also touches on his previous research about online searches for information on aquatic plants.
Click play now to soak up what he has to share!
To learn more and get involved with ongoing efforts in Wisconsin, visit the partner websites:
Wisconsin Water Week (https://wisconsinwaterweek.org/)
Wisconsin Lakes (https://wisconsinlakes.org/)
Wisconsin DNR (https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/Lakes)
Extension Lakes | UWSP (https://www3.uwsp.edu/cnr-ap/UWEXLakes/Pages/default.aspx)
Let’s get SDG Talking!!
Do you have a good story or want to collaborate? Send us an email at sdgtalkspodcast@gmail.com and we will get back to you as soon as we can.
And don’t forget to check out our Virtual Roundtables on our website (http://www.sdgtalkspodcast.com/).
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17 Oct 2024
SDG 6 | Protecting Mussels: A Crucial Task for Freshwater Health | Emily Gryga
Why is mussel relocation and monitoring necessary?
Thanks for joining us for another episode of highlighting change makers and their inspirational work towards the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
In this episode:
What’s the vital role of mussels in filtering water and maintaining freshwater ecosystems?
How to protect mussels from habitat disruption
How Wisconsin Water Week highlights the importance of mussel conservation and freshwater health?
Hear from Emily Gryga (https://www.linkedin.com/in/emily-gryga-350a77296/) - a Wetland Ecologist at GEI Consultants, Inc. (https://www.geiconsultants.com/)
Emily shares her research and work on mussel relocation and monitoring in the Wisconsin River. Due to bridge work and potential habitat disruption, mussels are being relocated to new locations. These mussels play a crucial role in filtering water and are an imperiled species.
Emily emphasizes the importance of mussels in freshwater ecosystems and their sensitivity to water pollutants and sedimentation. She also reflects on her personal journey and the pride she feels in saving endangered species, all while participating in Wisconsin Water Week.
Click play now to soak up what she has to share!
To learn more and get involved with ongoing efforts in Wisconsin, visit the partner websites:
Wisconsin Water Week (https://wisconsinwaterweek.org/)
Wisconsin Lakes (https://wisconsinlakes.org/)
Wisconsin DNR (https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/Lakes)
Extension Lakes | UWSP (https://www3.uwsp.edu/cnr-ap/UWEXLakes/Pages/default.aspx)
Let’s get SDG Talking!!
Do you have a good story or want to collaborate? Send us an email at sdgtalkspodcast@gmail.com and we will get back to you as soon as we can.
And don’t forget to check out our Virtual Roundtables on our website (http://www.sdgtalkspodcast.com/).
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