
Climate Change's Agriculture Problem with Michael Grunwald
What Could Go Right?
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Agriculture's Environmental Impact
This chapter explores the significant implications of global agriculture on the environment, focusing on its extensive land use and contributions to issues like biodiversity loss and water pollution. The speakers discuss the historical context of farming practices and challenge romanticized notions of sustainable agriculture, addressing the complexities of modern methods and their consequences. Through these conversations, they emphasize the need for a nuanced understanding of agriculture's role in climate change and the balance required to feed a growing population while preserving ecosystems.
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