Tess McClure
Guardian reporter and editor covering species loss and the biodiversity crisis. She traveled to Switzerland to Blatton to cover the aftermath of the avalanche.
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Jun 6, 2025 • 24min
The Swiss village buried by a glacier collapse
Tess McClure, a Guardian journalist specializing in species loss and environmental issues, brings us firsthand accounts from Blatton, Switzerland, where a glacier collapse has buried a village. She reveals the emotional fallout for the tight-knit community and discusses the chilling link between climate change and such disasters. With insights from experts, Tess explores the future of Blatton amidst uncertainty, highlighting the urgent need to address climate challenges while preserving cultural heritage.
Feb 3, 2025 • 34min
The great abandonment: what happens to the natural world when people disappear?
In this discussion, Tess McClure, an environmental writer, delves into the intriguing subject of land abandonment and its impact on nature. She highlights Bulgaria's declining village of Turkmen, reflecting on urbanization and depopulation. Tess explains how ecosystems thrive in abandoned areas, revealing nature's resilience as flora and fauna reclaim urban spaces. She contrasts abandoned landscapes with those maintained by humans, advocating for intentional stewardship over viewing absence as purely beneficial. This exploration reveals the delicate balance between human activity and ecological health.
