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Important, Not Important
Do You Know Where Your Water Comes From?
Oct 16, 2023
Deb Chachra, a material scientist and professor of engineering, discusses the importance of infrastructure and its impact on our daily lives. They emphasize the need for personal and collective appreciation of infrastructure, especially as climate change and negligence threaten existing systems. The podcast explores topics such as the benefits of a shared network for clean water, transitioning to sustainable infrastructure, and the potential of renewable energy technologies. It also highlights the importance of collective action in addressing complex issues like climate change and the role of writer friends in providing moral support during the writing process.
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- Reconnecting with and appreciating infrastructure is crucial for its functionality and to ensure the provision of essential resources.
- The shift to renewable energy sources presents an opportunity to prioritize energy access and sustainable material management in infrastructure systems.
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Importance of Building and Appreciating Infrastructure
Building and appreciating infrastructure is crucial as these systems provide essential resources like air, water, food, shelter, and power. They often go unnoticed, hidden in plain sight. To ensure their functionality, it is necessary to reconnect with them, appreciate their importance, and reinforce existing infrastructure while building new ones that benefit everyone.
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