1.) Host Bruce Robertson talks with Richard McPeters of the Ozone Processing Center about recent studies that show the increasing depletion of the ozone layer. 2.) Robertson talks about President Bush's energy plan with Philip Bain of the U.S. Council of Energy Awareness who supports the plan, as well as with John Morlow of the American Council for an Energy Efficient Economy who does not support it. 3.) Robertson talks with Keith Nyitray about his recent trek through the Brooks Range in Alaska. 4.) Larry Wilson, Iowa Department of Resources, talks about the kinds of things Iowa has to offer in regards to renewable energy sources, specifically Ethanol. 5.) Becky Rumsy talks with citizens of Montross, Colorado, about their problems with the lack of pollution control of a local wafer board plant.
1.) Host Bruce Robertson talks with Colorado Senator Tim Wirth about his recent National Energy Development Act. 2.) Bob Rija reports from North Dakota about some citizens' demands for the use of more wind power in ND. 3.) Robertson talks with George Van Cleve of the Justice Department about the recent 1.1 billion dollar settlement that was reached with Exxon over the Exxon Valdeez spill. 4.) Robertson talks with Mona Doyle of the Consumer Network, about consumers' recent increase in buying green products as well as the lack of a true definition for the word "green".
1.) Host Bruce Robertson talks with Jerry Lewis, congressman from California, about his recent energy policy act. 2.) Robertson talks with Ann Rothe, Wildlife Federation and recent chair of the Prince William Sound Regional Citizens' Advisory Council , about the council and its formation. 3.) John Moyers talks with residents from the town of Randolph, Vermont, about their recent protest against the dumping of potentially environmentally lethal batteries. 4.) Robertson talks with Robert E. Roberts, Secretary of the South Dakota State Department of Environment and Natural Resources, about the recent proposal to build a national landfill in South Dakota.
1.) Host Bruce Robertson talks with Vermont Senator James Jeffords about his recent Replacement and Alternative Fuels Act. 2.) Robertson talks with Joel McCower, editor of Green Consumer Monthly, about the Coors Brewing Company accident, the dumping of 150,000 gallons of beer into a creek. 3.) Becky Rumsey reports on Colorado and New Mexico's problems with migrating methane from coal mines on well water. 4.) Larry J. Wilson, Iowa Department of Natural Resources, reads a radio essay about our dependence on water and the importance of water conservation.
1.) Host Bruce Robertson discusses the recent controversy over the Yankee Atomic power plant and whether or not it should be shut down. 2.) Robertson talks with Dr. Larry Radke of the National Center for Atmospheric Research about the environmental effects of the Kuwaiti oil fires. 3.) A story about Wood Road Elementary School and their recent decision to switch to refillable/recyclable milk bottles.
1.) Host Bruce Robertson discusses the Exxon Valdez oil spill. He talks with individuals from the National Oceanic Atmospheric Commission and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service about the initial data from the spill and whether it was exaggerated or underreported. 2.) Kent Patterson reports from Albuquerque, New Mexico on the recent protests regarding the use of the insecticide carbofuran. 3.) Robertson reports on the continuing controversy surrounding Hydro-Que?bec's hyrdo power project. Robertson talks with proponents on both sides of the issue.
1.) Correspondent Bob Rija discusses the recent Johnston-Wallop energy bill, and talks to Senator Paul Wellstone of Minnesota about his objections that the bill will not be as environmentally friendly as hoped. 1.) Host Bruce Robertson plays a radio essay by Tracy Meehan, Missouri Natural Services Department, about his endorsement of replacing income taxes with green taxes. 3.) Robertson talks with both the old and new editor of the Audubon Magazine about what changes are ahead for the magazine. 4.) Robertson talks with John Blackburn of the National Starch Corporation about their new product, Eco Foam, a biodegradable foam product.
1.) Host Bruce Robertson talks with the environmental minister of Brazil, Jose Lutzenberger, about his efforts to save the rainforests. 2.) Robertson talks with John Schafer, of Real Goods Trading Company, about "Off the Grid" day. They're urging people to turn off their power grids for 6-8 hours for one day. 3.) Michelle Van Manen reports on the controversy surrounding the proposal to develop a low level radioactive waste dump in Boyd County, Nebraska.
1.) Nancy Marshall reports on a recent expedition to the Arctic Ocean. The expedition, consisting of 3 ships, will study biological, geological, and environmental aspects of the Arctic. 2.) Bruce Robertson reports on the Matshushita Corporation which recently developed a fridge compressor that does not use chlorofluorocarbons. 3.) Host Melissa Rocker talks with Bruce DeWolfson of Environmental Product Corporation, about their new recycling vending machines, used for returning glass, plastic, and aluminum cans.
1.) Host Bruce Robertson discusses new regulations for clean auto fuels that were recently agreed upon by over 30 groups, including those in government, oil, and conservation. 2.) Robertson introduces a story that will be continued next week about the link between tire inflation and gas savings. 3.) Robertson talks with scientists from the Center for World Environment and Sustainable Development, a group consisting of scientists from Duke University, North Carolina State, and North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
1.) Host Bruce Robertson introduces a story by Karen Kelly about the pellet stove, a newer more environmentally friendlier version of the wood stove. 2.) Robertson talks with Thomas Jorling of the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation about a lawsuit he is bringing against the EPA for failing to implement their own capacity assurance program regarding state's hazardous waste materials. 3.) Becky Ramsey talks with Maria Valdez a Colorado woman who started People's Energy Alternative Services, a company that helps individuals cheaply design energy efficient homes. 4.) Robertson talks with Raymond Lewis of the American Methanol Institute about the benefits and uses of methanol.
1.) Host Bruce Robertson talks with Matthew Davidson of the Open Space Institute about their recent purchase of 4000 acres of land in Phillipstown, NY, for preservation. 2.) Robertson talks with Florida Senator Bob Graham about his proposed National Wildlife Refuge System Management and Policy Act of 1991 that will better clarify the role of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. 3.) Mary Boyle reports from Yellowstone National Park about the recent controversy about the recent proposal to reintroduce grey wolves into the park.
1.) Correspondent Devar Ardalan reports from New Mexico on the potentially dangerous health effects the Los Alamos National Laboratory's toxic waste dumping may be having on residents. 2.) Host Bruce Robertson talks with chemist Dr. Sherwood Roland about ozone depletion. Robertson also talks with underwater explorer Jean Michel Cousteau about the global implications of that depletion. 3.) Robertson reports on the effects of decreased funding for urban forests.
1.) Host Bruce Robertson discusses the decline in fuel efficiency of next year's cars and talks with John Desico of the American Council for an Energy Efficient Economy about the issue. 2.) Robertson talks with Carl Hutchinson, owner of a road recycling company, about the process involved in recycling asphalt. 3.) Robertson talks with Dr. John Cherry, professor of Earth Sciences, about the environmental dangers of home septic systems.
1.) Host Bruce Robertson discusses the recently published report by the Office of Technology Assessment on energy technology choices that contrasts 5 different energy scenarios with the one proposed by President Bush. 2.) Robertson talks with Professor Frank Wixx of Union College about his recent findings that proper tire pressure could lead to a savings of 2 million gallons of gas a year. 3.) Bob Rija reports from Montana about the controversy over the proposed reopening of an old gold mine in Cook City. 4.) Robertson talks with Joel McCower, writer of the "Green Consumer Letter", who gives some green consumer tips.
1.) In a segment by Karen Kelly, various scientists are interviewed about the recent supercritical water oxidation process. This process is meant to be a more environmentally sound practice then incineration and landfill alternatives. 2.) Host Bruce Robertson talks with geologist Craig Hatfield about his research involving oil supply and his conclusion that the world's oil supply is running out. 3.) Robertson talks with Shelley Costa, of the group STOP or Stop Out Fall Pipe, about their protests against Massachusetts building a pipeline that would take treated/untreated sewage and dump it into the Massachusetts Bay.
1.) Host Bruce Robertson talks with David Phillips of the Earth Island Institute about the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT) ruling that the United States' recent dolphin protection laws are not allowable under free trade agreements. 2.) Nick Eisenberg reports from Pitkin County, Colorado where they have a new type of landfill that promotes separating, composting, and mulching. 3.) Robertson has an interview with Alan Silverstein, Center for Ecological Technology, about the benefits of fluorescent lighting.
1.) Host Bruce Robertson talks with wetlands scientist Scott Firebend about Pres. Bush's recent decision to redefine the term wetlands and the damaging effects it may have. 2.) Robertson talks with Congressman Sherwood Boehlert about his recent proposal to elevate the Environmental Protection Agency to a cabinet position. 3.) Bob Rija talks with Minnesota Senator Paul Wellstone about the need for a sound national energy policy. 4.) Robertson talks with photographer Mirella Ricciardi about her new book "Vanishing Amazon" and the recent trip she made to Brazil where she witnessed the destruction of acres of rainforest.
1.) Bruce Robertson discusses the recent decision by 9 states to adopt California's clear air standards for automobiles, includes interviews with individuals on both sides of the debate. 2.) Vivian Cooper reports from North Dakota at Broin Enterprises, a leading ethanol producer, about the recent demand for ethanol. 3.) Bruce Robertson talks with Wolfgang Zuckermann, about his recent book "End of the Road", which discusses the damaging aspects of automobiles.
1.) Host Bruce Robertson discusses the recent proposal to build wind turbines in the Midwest. 2.) Robertson talks with video producer Jack Holland about his recent trip to Nepal as well as about the negative effects Nepal's increase in tourism has led to. 3.) Michelle Hicks reports on the recent controversy in Idaho over the proposal to elevate national monument Craters of the Moon into a national park.
1.) Dave Foach reports from Wisconsin about the effects of road salt on the environment. 2.) Correspondent Scott Schegel reports on Denver's use of oxyfuels and the controversy surrounding their use. 3.) Robertson talks with author Michael Tobias about his book "Voice of the Planet, as well as actor William Shatner who stars in the television adaptation of the book.
1.) Joy Newell reports on the controversy surrouding Prop 128, a proposal in California to preserve old growth redwood forests, increase taxes on oil companies, and reduce automobile carbon emissions. 2.) Bruce Robertson talks with John Pike, a lawyer in Oxford, North Carolina, who is fighting a recent proposal to set up a waste incinerator in his county. 3.) Interview with Michael Jones, a pianist, whose music is on the recent Wilderness Collection album. Jones discusses how he is able to show his love of the environment through music.
1. Host Bruce Robertson talks with Buck Wynne of the Texas Water Commission about the state's need for better waste management policies. 2.) Robertson talks with Congressman Calvin Dooley about what contributed to California's drought as well as possible solutions to the problem. 3.) Robertson talks with Eileen Evans of the National Hydropower Organization, about benefits of hydropower as well as the various roadblocks it faces.
1.) Host Bruce Robertson talks with Beth Zilbert of a Missouri public interest group about environmental initiatives in the upcoming elections. 2.) In Los Angeles Joy Newell talks with eco home owner Julia Russell about her goal to share her environmental activism with others. 3.) Robertson talks with Michael Norling of the Institute for International Cooperation and Development about recent trips some of their members have made to Mozambique to help plant trees. 4.) Robertson talks with Jeffrey Amestoy, attorney general of Vermont, about his work on the Environmental Enforcement Agency finding and punishing those who commit crimes against the environment
1.) Bruce Robertson discusses the recent clean up of the Rainy River, once considered to one of the most polluted in the world, with Rainy River Control Board members. 2.) Joy Newell talks with Andy and Kate Lipkus, founders of Tree People, about their work planting trees. 3.) Bruce Robertson interviews Dr. Carl Sagan about the Earth's place in the universe as well human's effect on the environment and our use of fossil fuels.
1.) Host Bruce Robertson reports on the controversy surrounding President Bush's recent energy policy and interviews proponents on both sides of the issues. 2.) Robertson discusses the issues surrounding Sioux reservation land that is being set aside to be a landfill. Roberts talks to two members of the Sioux, each on different sides of the argument.
1.) Host Bruce Robertson talks with Tennessee Senator Al Gore about his opposition to President Bush's national energy strategy. Robertson also talks with Dr. Michael Kanes of the American Petroleum Institute who agrees with Bush's strategy. 2.) Robertson talks with Ann Rothe of the National Wildlife Federation about recent proposals to drill in an Alaskan refuge. 3.) Correspondent Robert Torrell reports from Colorado about an energy initiative that promotes conservation and researching renewable energy sources and talks with proponents on both sides of the issue. 4.) Robertson talks with Lester Brown, president of the World Watch Institute, about their recent essays on the state of the world.
1.) Host Bruce Robertson talks with Bruce Babbit, League of Conservation Voters, about the League's failing midterm report card on President Bush's environmental policies. 2.) Robertson talks with Dr. Linda Little, North Carolina Waste Management Board, about the failure of North Carolina to find a hazardous waste disposal site. 3.) Jill Hoyt reports from Idaho on the problem of overgrazing and its negative effects on the environment. 4.) Robertson talks with World Watch Institute President Lester Brown about his idea to replace the income tax with an environmental tax.
1.) Host Bruce Robertson talks about the recent efforts to recycle the steel from Iraqi tanks. 2.) Robertson talks with Sharon Newsom, of the National Wildlife Foundation, about the Foundation's protests against President Bush's recent proposal to open up parts of a refuge in Alaska for drilling. 3.) Robertson talks with Robert Couric, a water use consultant, about the drought in California and ways in which citizens all over the nation can cut down on water consumption. 4.) Robertson talks with Robert Grossman about his new book of poetry entitled "The Animals".
1.) Host Bruce Robertson talks with Dr. James Burkett about desalination and its uses in the U.S. 2.) Robertson talks with Dennis Chase, executive editor of Advertising Age magazine, about their recent poll that found almost 80% of respondents identify as environmentalists. 3.) Robertson interviews Senator Richard Bryan from Nevada about his new Auto-mileage Bill, which would make an attempt to decrease the country's oil consumption/reliance.
1.) Correspondent Dan Matheson reports on his trip to the James Bay region of Canada to explore the area maintained by Hydro Quebec. 2.) Matheson then talks with various officials including Pierre Brunet, vice president of Hydro Quebec about their support of the James Bay II project. 3.) Host Bruce Robertson shares an interview with Cree Chief Matthew Coon Come where he shares his opposition to the project.
1.) Host Bruce Robertson discusses the National Academy of Sciences global warming report and talks with Allan Bromley, science advisor to President Bush, about the report. 2.) Robertson talks with Michael McGowan, Bumblebee Tuna Company, about their new fish aggregating device. They believe the device will be instrumental in curtailing dolphin deaths and injuries. 3.) Robertson talks with Indiana Congressman Jim Jontz about H.R. 842, his proposal to protect ancient forests. Robertson also talks with an opponent to the bill, Jim Geisinger who is president of the Northwest Forestry Association.
1.) Host Bruce Robertson discusses the National Academy of Sciences global warming report and talks with Director Daniel J. Evans about the implications of global warming. 2.) Robertson reports from the Sloop Clearwater, a ship that has been sailing the Hudson River for over 20 year, dedicated to cleaning up the river. 3.) Robertson talks with Jeff Frederick, coordinator of the Mississippi River Revival, a project dedicated to cleaning up the Mississippi River. 4.) Leslie Lomas reports from Arizona about the recent controversy involving a mining company's attempt to expand mining into Navajo and Hopi reservations.
1.) Host Bruce Robertson discusses the recent proposal for oil development in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge and talks with proponents on both sides of the issues. 2.) Robertson talks with Alaskan photographer and filmmaker Glendan Brunk about his experiences traveling through the Arctic Refuge. 3.) Chuck Christiansen reports from Yellowstone National Park about the roles of park rangers and park services.
1.) Host Bruce Robertson visits Green Mountain Power, located on Mt. Equinox in Vermont. He talks with John Zimmerman, an energy consultant, about the wind power Green Mountain generates. 2.) Robertson joins with the James Bay Task Force as they go on a 12 week bike tour to generate support for the cancellation of New York state's contract with Hydro Quebec.
1.) Host Bruce Robertson discusses the recent controversy over President Bush's decision to redefine wetlands. 2.) Richard Grossman reads a poem from his anthology "The Animals". 3.) Lesley Lomas reports on the events in Colorado surrounding the Wirth-Brown Bill, a wilderness preservation bill that may effect water rights. 4.) Robertson talks with John Schafer of the Real Goods Trading Company about the success of their recent "Off the Grid" day.
1.) Host Bruce Robertson discusses the controversy surrounding Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro's recent proposal to build a dam in the Labrador Province. 2.) A.C. Warden reports from the People of Color Environmental Leadership Summit and talks with various attendees about their desire to form a new environmental agenda. 3.) Robertson talks with Bill Prindle of the Energy Conservation Alliance, about energy conservation and tips for individuals on they can save energy.
1.) Host Bruce Robertson discusses a recent proposal by a consortium in Oregon to tap into geo-thermal power and talks with David Sokle of Cal Energy about the idea. 2.) Robertson talks with congressman Dante Fascel+I38l bout the upcoming U.N. Earth Summit and the need for environmental sustainability.
1.) Host Bruce Robertson talks with Dr. Eban Goodstein, professor of economics, about his recent discovery of the "Saturday effect", that more oil spills happen on Saturdays than any other day. 2.) Robertson discusses Professor Thomas Tornbenny's recent project to convert sugar beets into fuel. 3.) Robertson talks with Eve Hamilton of the Overseas Development Council about the need for a new General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade and the positive effects it could have on economic and environmental development. 4.) Kent Patterson reports on the effects of dams and irrigation ditches on the Rio Grande River on nearby ecosystems.
1.) Host Bruce Robertson talks with Lester Brown of the World Watch Institute about their recently published state of the world report as well as Brown's belief in the need for an environmental revolution. 2.) Robertson talks with botanist Scott Hoover about his idea to convert unused military bases into tropical conservatories in order to foster biodiversity. 3.) Robertson talks with filmmaker Larry Hutt about his recent project about Aldo Leopold, one of the founders of the environmental movement.
1.) Host Bruce Robertson talks with David Gordon of the Sierra Club about the different environmental bills that will soon be up for renewal. 2.) Robertson talks with Thomas O'Connell about his company's geothermal pump, a possible alternative energy source. 3.) Robertson talks with Bill Eberle about his project involving harnessing the motion of the ocean for an energy source.
1.) Host Bruce Robertson talks with Reed Wilson of the Sierra Club about his disappointment with President Bush's failures involving environmental issues. 2.) Robertson talks with Jacque Cousteau about his "Petition for the Rights of Future Generations". 3.) Vivian Cooper reports from South Dakota about a plant recycling paper to use for animal bedding.
1.) Host Bruce Robertson discusses the effects of increased UV light from ozone depletion on plant life with plant biologist Dr. Robert Last. 2.) Robertson discusses Wisconsin Senator Herbert Kohl's recent Kohl Amendment to reduce government energy consumption. 3.) Bob Rija reports from Montana about a recent controversy surrounding the Environmental Protection Agency's failure to enforce the federal clean water act in individual states.
1.) Host Bruce Robertson with Harvard chemist James Anderson about NASA recent discovery of an ozone hole over the U.S. 2.) Robertson talks with Anthony Fogelsberg of Dupont about the company's plan to halt production of ozone depleting CFC's. 3.) Bob Rija talks with members of the Citizens Advisory Board of Conoco, a subsidiary of Dupont, about environmental initiatives the company is taking. 4.) Robertson talks with researcher Terry White about his new project that involves using microwave rays on radioactive waste.
1.) Host Bruce Robertson talks with Todd Steiner of the Earth Island Institute about their recent lawsuit against the State Department regarding their failure to enforce laws involving shrimp fishing, causing the deaths of thousands of sea turtles. 2.) Ann Dixon reports from Nevada about a lawsuit involving grazing regulations and property rights. 3.) Robertson talks with Dr. Gifford Miller, University of Colorado at Boulder, about his research involving global cooling, a long term effect of global warming.
1.) Host Bruce Robertson discusses upcoming energy legislation, specifically the proposal to open up the Alaskan refuge for drilling. 2.) Joseph Reeves, research manager at Southern California Edison, discusses their new alternative energy system involving molsten salts. 3.) Robertson talks with William Ruckelshaus of Browning Ferris Industries about their commercial composting project.
1) Karen Dewitt reports on debate dates set for NYS governor race. Some candidates claim debate date was set to Cuomo?s advantage. 2) Brian Shields reports on Assemblyman Jim Tedesco?s argument that lottery revenue does not go to education aid, as it should. 3) Bruce Robertson reports states receiving low-level radioactive waste from NY, as NY searches for an in-state site, do not believe NY is searching enough for an in-state site. 4) Mike Fondacaro interviews local reporters on election campaign issues concerning the citizens in the North Country-area. 5) Shields interviews Fred Dicker on timing of political debates to benefit Cuomo and Rinfret?s campaign money-making scheme. 6) Alan Chartock?s commentary on upcoming political debates. 7) Paul Rosenthal reports on this week?s events in state government.
1) Karen Dewitt reports on public citizen's lawsuit stating the environmental bond act is being promoted using public money. 2) Lee Farbman reports on Adirondack Park residents wanting more representation on Adirondack Park Agency. 3) Mike Fondacaro interviews local reporters on election campaign issues concerning the citizens in the Binghamton and Hudson Valley-area, especially waste management. 4) Bruce Robertson reports on NYS Hospitality and Tourism Association's annual meeting discussions including reduction in support for I Love NY campaign. 5) Brian Shields interviews Fred Dicker about Pierre Rinfret's personal attacks on the press and the upcoming election. 6) Alan Chartock's commentary on Rinfret and the press. 7) Paul Rosenthal reports on this week's events in state government.
1) Dave Galletly reports on Louis Wein?s appeal to a judge?s decision to stop Wein?s lawsuit that kept him off the GOP primary ballot for NY Governor. 2) Galletly reports on gas price hikes and Attorney?s Generals trip to Washington to discuss unfair hikes. 3) Brian Shields reports on medical concerns for a coal powered power plant proposed for Saratoga County. 4) Beth Angler reports on reforming of convicted sex offenders. 5) Galletly reports on GOP debt and funding difficulties for Republican candidates. 6) Lee Farbman reports on group fighting the development of the Adirondack Park. 7) Paul Rosenthal reports on possible mandatory annual fee for SUNY students for health services. 8) Brian Shields and Alan Chartock?s commentary on the weekly political events.
1) Dave Galletly reports on poor report for New York State Schools in recent study. 2) Brian Shields reports on low SAT scores on students in New York State and how this may affect future teachers. 3) Lee Farbman reports on Republican gubernatorial candidate Pierre Rinfret?s stance on the problems with the economy. 4) Senator Christopher Mega is interviewed regarding the need for harsher penalties on juvenile offenders. 5) Mike Fondacaro interviews Gerald Celente about the economic impacts of war because of the Persian Gulf War. 6) Brian Shields interviews Fred Dicker regarding current campaigns for governor. 7) Alan Chartock?s commentary on possibly legalization of hemp and marijuana.
1) Bruce Robertson reports on Pierre Rinfret?s continued campaign for governor despite fellow Republicans request that he drop out. 2) Brian Shields reports on Rinfret?s approach to vigilante justice to stop crime in New York State. 3) Karen Dewitt reports on Herb London?s and Louis Wein?s attempt at getting support for their campaigns for governor and other races. 4) Mike Fondacaro interviews local reporters on issues citizens in the Rochester and Syracuse-area are concerned with in politics and upcoming election. 5) Dave Galletly reports on lack of knowledge of environmental bond issue and the NY Farm Bureau?s lack of support for bond issue. 6) Alan Chartock?s commentary on Rinfret?s continued campaign. 7) Paul Rosenthal reports on this week?s events in state government.
1) Bruce Robertson reports on Pierre Rinfret?s problems in his campaign for governor including John Faso leaving campaign. 2) Karen Dewitt reports on Marist Poll showing Cuomo would win election for governor by a landslide, if held today. 3) Brian Shields reports on NYS Commission on Government Integrity?s final report on state falling short on preventing government abuses. 4) Lee Farbman reports on high speed rail and magnetic rail transportation possibilities in Albany. 5) Shields interviews Fred Dicker on environmental bond act promotion using public money. 6) Alan Chartock?s commentary on Rinfret?s campaign. 7) Paul Rosenthal reports on this week?s events in state government.
1) Dave Galletly reports on the over 800 million dollars budget deficit in NYS. Alan Chartock interviews Governor Cuomo about layoffs of state workers due to deficit. 2) Mike Fondacaro interviews Hugh Johnson of First Albany Corporation regarding economic and fiscal problems of NYS. 3) Lee Farbman interviews two NYS assemblyman on where already collected taxes on defunct environmental bond act, should be spent. 4) Brian Shields interviews Fred Dicker on Manfred Ohrenstein?s position as Democratic Minority Leader in NYS Senate. 5) Mike Fondacaro interviews Michael Long, Chairman of the Conservative Party of NYS, regarding J. Patrick Barrett as Republican Party Chairman. 6) Karen Dewitt reports on NYS insurance companies? requirements on HIV test prior to approval of health insurance coverage. 7) Alan Chartock?s commentary on possible NYS employee layoffs.
1) Brian Shields reports on Attorney General Robert Abrams?s settlement with nation?s auto makers regarding warranty repair payments and the Lemon Law. 2) Lee Farbman reports on State Thruway Authority testing computer scanning system to scan tag in car going through toll booth. 3) Mike Fondacaro interviews local reporters on election campaign issues concerning the citizens in the Buffalo and Capital District-area. 4) Bruce Robertson reports on Margaret Buhrmaster?s challenge to Michael McNulty for election to Congress and her disapproval of campaign finance. 5) Karen Dewitt reports on State Office for Rural Affairs conference focus on state?s ethics laws applying to rural areas. 6) Alan Chartock?s commentary on claim of slander committed by Cuomo. 7) Paul Rosenthal reports on this week?s events in state government.
1) Dave Galletly reports on NYS budget deficit of over half billion dollars stating various reasons including war in Iraq and recession. A number of experts share their views. 2) Bruce Robertson reports on Pierre Rinfret?s continued attacks on the Republican Party. 3) Brian Shields reports on Marist poll showing Cuomo will win Governor?s race and shares other predictions of poll. 4) Lee Farbman reports on Herb London?s candidacy from a nationwide perspective. 5) Mike Fondacaro and Galletly report on Rinfret?s effects on the election. 6) Karen Dewitt reports on demonstrations in Albany to vote against incumbent politicians. 7) Fondacaro interviews local reporter on election campaign issues concerning the citizens in the Long Island-area. 8) Alan Chartock?s commentary on the upcoming election. 9) Paul Rosenthal reports on this week?s events in state government.
1) Dave Galletly reports on Cuomo?s proposal plan to decrease state budget deficit including layoffs, furloughs, and job elimination. Karen Dewitt reports on Cuomo?s proposal to cut aid to state education and hospital reimbursement bill. 2) Alan Chartock interviews Cuomo regarding his reasoning for cutting aspects of the state budget. 3) Bruce Robertson reports Assemblyman Neil Kelleher will introduce new environmental bond act legislation. 4) Lee Farbman reports on funding freeze for AIDS support and speaks with Gay Men?s Health Crisis spokesman about issue. 5) Alan Chartock?s commentary on possible NYS employee layoffs. 6) Maury Small reports on holiday activities planned at the State Plaza. 7) Paul Rosenthal reports on this week?s events in state government.
1) Dave Galletly reports on CSEA contract negotiations breaking down with the state. PEF will agree to delay paychecks by four weeks. 2) Brian Shields reports on Manfred Ohrenstein maintaining Senate Minority Leader position and other leadership positions 3) Alan Chartock?s commentary regarding Manfred Ohrenstein and his challenger for Minority Leader. 4) Bruce Robertson reports on Department of Parks and Recreations cut backs. 5) Mike Fondacaro interviews Fred Dicker regarding alleged abuses at the Martin Luther King Institute for Non-Violence. 6) Lee Farbman reports on large increase in state judiciary cases. 7) Fondacaro interviews Lieutenant Governor Stan Lundine regarding labor union contract negotiations. 8) Paul Rosenthal reports on this week?s events in state government.
1) Karen Dewitt reports on protesters during Cuomo?s acceptance speech and Republicans winning control of the Senate. 2) Dave Galletly summarizes election results for Senate races. 3) Alan Chartock?s commentary on election results. 4) Galletly interviews Herb London regarding his close call for 2nd place in governor?s race for the Conservative Party. 5) Lee Farbman reports on Republican Party chairman, J. Patrick Barrett?s opinion on the party?s candidate choice. 6) Alan Chartock speaks with two people supporting and opposing the environmental bond act that did not pass. 7) Mike Fondacaro interviews local news reporter about news coverage of Pierre Rinfret.
1) Dave Galletly reports on further budget deficit problems and labor unions statements against further reductions to union contracts. 2) Lee Farbman reports on failure of death penalty law. 3) Karen Dewitt reports on hydroelectric power and Native American lands being overtaken by power companies looking to create hydroelectric power plants. 4) Bruce Robertson reports on fuel bill savings options for the home. 5) Alan Chartock?s commentary on New York State debt and the nation?s debt. 6) Mike Fondacaro interviews Lieutenant Governor Stan Lundine regarding the state budget estimates and a review of 1990. 6) Paul Rosenthal reports on this week?s events in state government.
1.) Host Bruce Robertson discusses the recent decomissioning of the Yankee Rowe nuclear power plant and talks withplant spokesman Bill McGee about the difficulties involved with its disposal. 2.) Kent Patterson reports from Alburquerque, New Mexico about a controversy surrounding local pesticide rules. 3.) Scientist John Harkness talks about his recent work with Russian scientists involving the breakdown of petroleum wastes into hydrogen and sulfur.
1.) Host Bruce Robertson talks with Charles Wurster, professor at SUNY Stonybrook and attendee of the Earth Summit in Rio de Janeiro, about his time in Rio and how the conference is going. 2.) Richard Goldman, San Francisco businessman, talks about the Goldman Environmental Prize, an award he sponsors that recognizes individual environmental achievements. 3.) Robertson reports on the new market based environment regulations that have started in the Midwest. 4.) Robertson checks in with Keith Tondrick about his Appalachian Trail hike, the Sierra Club group is now in Pennsylvania.
1.) Host Bruce Robertson talks with Dr. Jay Hehr of the National Wildlife Federation about his time at the Earth Summit and what was accomplished there. 2.) Environmental writer Joel Mcgower gives his take on the Earth Summit and discusses his belief that environmental solutions with take place locally. 3.) Becky Rumsey reports from Colorado about the controversy surrounding the attempt to designate the Gunnison River as a wild and scenic river. 4.) Kathy Ray talks with organic farmer Joan Snyder about her sheep and dairy farm, Hollow Road, in Stuyvesant, New York.
1.) Host Bruce Robertson discusses the recent Supreme Court decision on the David Lucas case. Lucas was suing for just compensation after he was told he could not build a home on his beachfront property, the Supreme Court did not agree. 2.) Nancy Marshall reports from India about their growing population problem and the steps they are taking to solve it. 3.) Robertson talks with Dr. Anthony Cortese of Tufts University about his recent trip to the Earth Summitt in Rio de Janeiro.
1.) Host Bruce Robertson talks with attorney Robert Housman of the Center for International Environmental Law about the Earth Summit treaties, specifically how they will be enforced. 2.) Robertson talks with Dr. Sabine O'Hara about her trip to the Earth Summit where she represented the National Council of World Churches, amongst others. 3.) Robertson talks with Carol Adams, air quality coordinator for Kansas City, about the city's recent attainment of the Environmental Protection Agency's clean air regulations.
1.) Host Bruce Robertson talks with Dr. Karan Singh of the People's Commission on Environment and Development in India, about his upcoming trip to the U.N. Earth Summit. 2.) Dr. Jack Winnick discusses his recent discovery of electro-chemical membrane gas separation a filtration system that could help decrease acid rain. 3.) Robertson talks with cellist Michael Reynolds of the Muir string quartet about their music and environmental work. 4.) Robertson checks in with Keith Tondrick of the Sierra Club to find out about the Appalachian Trail Hike.
1.) Host Bruce Robertson talks with Dr. Caran Sing of the People's Commission on Environment and Development in India, about his upcoming trip to the U.N. Earth Summit. 2.) Dr. Jack Winnick discusses his recent discovery of electro-chemical membrane gas separation a filtration system that could help decrease acid rain. 3.) Robertson talks with cellist Michael Reynolds of the Muir string quartet about their music and environmental work. 4.) Robertson checks in with Keith Tondrick of the Sierra Club to find out about the Appalachian Trail Hike.
1.) Host Bruce Robertson talks with scientist Dr. David Stedman about the difficulties involved with preserving biodiversity. 2.) Robertson checks in with Keith Tondrick of the Sierra Club about his Appalachian Trail hike. 3.) Ethan Finesilver reports from Vermont about forrester Lynn Levine and her educational trail hikes.
1.) Host Bruce Robertson talks with Kerry Kennedy Cuomo of the Robert F. Kennedy Memorial Center for Human Rights about the controversy involving logging in the Phillippines island of Palawan. 2.) Robertson checks in with Keith Tondrick of the Sierra Club about his Appalachian Trail hike, the group is now in southern Virgina. 3.) A piece produced by Karen Kelly about the recent controversy surrounding the development of a watershed at Barton Springs in Austin, Texas.
1.) Host Bruce Robertson plays excerpts from a speech given by Environmental Protection Agency Chief William Reilly who will be joining President Bush at the Earth Summit in Rio de Janeiro. 2.) Robertson talks with sociologist Dr. Riley Dunlop about a recent survey he directed which found that a large portion of the citizens of the world, from both poor and wealthy countries, list the environment as one of their top concerns. 3.) Leslie Lamas reports on a recent ad campaign by Conoco industries, a subsidiary of DuPont, that Jack Doyle, of the Friends of the Earth Organization, believes gave false impressions of their environmental friendliness.
1.) Host Bruce Robertson talks with Dr. Robert Disafra about the recent discovery that the ozone hole predicted to form over the northern hemisphere did not appear, although there was still ozone depletion. 2.) Robertson talks with economist William Klein about the prediction the Earth's core temperature will rise 20 degrees in 300 years and the effects this will have on the world's environment and economy. 3.) Rebecca Harwood reports from Colorado about the Windstar biodome .
1.) Host Bruce Robertson talks with Senator Daniel Coats of Indiana about his recent proposal to allow communities to decide whether or not to accept interstate municipal waste. 2.) Sabine O'Hara talks about her time at the Earth Summit and discusses some of the communication difficulties that she had. 3.) Robertson plays several messages from meteorologists across the country discussing the strange summer weather they've been having, then talks with Seattle meteorologist Steve Poole about what could be causing it.
1.) Host Bruce Robertson talks with Ellsworth Dutton of the NOAA, or the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration about the effects global warming and the eruption of the Pinatubo volcano may have had on recent strange weather patterns. 2.) Robertson talks with Renee Askins from The Wolf Fund about her efforts to reintroduce the grey wolf to Yellowstone National Park. 3.) Sabine O'Hara talks about her time at the Earth Summit.
1.) Host Bruce Robertson talks with Lauren Frazier of the National Park Service about some of the issues they're having, including financial trouble and low employee morale. 2.) Vince Winkle reports from Colorado about Earthships, homes made of old tires that are entirely self sufficent. 3.) Economist Sabine O'Hara discusses an experience she had meeting schoolchildren while in Rio de Janeiro for the Earth Summit. 4.) Robertson talks with Peter Hoss, a political scientist, about the Earth Summit.
1.) Host Bruce Robertson talks with Jim Lentz of the South Coast Air Quality Management District about new pollution regulations they are trying to put in place in California. 2.) Ruth Rosen, professor of history at University of California at Davis, talks about why she thinks the United States needs to attend the Earth Summit in Rio de Janeiro. 3.) Robertson talks with Keth Tondrick of the Sierra Club about their 100 year anniversary and the planned 2,000 mile hike along the AppalachianTrail he and 6 others plans to do to celebrate.
1.) Host Bruce Robertson with Dr. David Rockland of the Times Mirror Conservation Council about a recent survey they sponsored to find out people's beliefs about the environment and economy. 2.) Next, a portrait of environmentalist Dr. Barbara McMartin, writer of hiking guides to the Adirondacks. 3.) Jackie Yakanaka reports on a recent controversy surrounding the outside use of water from Yellowstone National Park's geysers.
1.) Host Bruce Robertson discusses the recent controversy over the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), which some feel does not adequately address environmental issues. 2.) Jill Hoyt reports from Idaho about the first nuclear waste merchant that is trying to convince communities to store nuclear waste. 3.) Dr. Charles Henry, scientist from the University of Washington, discusses the benefits of municipal solid waste composting. 4.) Robertson talks with 17 year old Kristin Braun about her trip on the Earth Train which will be going from Los Angeles to Washington D.D. to spread messages about environmental activism.
1.) Bob Rija reports from Wyoming about the controversy surrouding a proposed pump storage project at the Little Horn River. 2.) Host Bruce Robertson talks with Robert Sikorsky about his recent book "Bumper to Bumper" which includes tips to help drivers make their cars and driving habits more environmentally sound. 3.) Joel Makower, editor of Green Consumer Weekly, talks about the upcoming Presidential election and the role of environmental issues in that and every other election. 4.) Robertson talks with Dr. Richard Malicki of Fish and Wildlife Services about the purple loosestrife and the problems it's causing.
1.) Host Bruce Roberston talks with Roy Spencer, a space scientist with NASA, about recent weather pattern changes, including the eruption of Mount Pinatubo, and their connection to global warming. 2.) Robertson talks with John Jester of Renew America about their recent publication of the Environmental Success Index which lists businesses and organizations that are environmentally friendly. 3.) Sabine O'Hara gives her overall assessment of the Earth Summit in Rio de Janeiro. 4.) Robertson checks in with Sierra Club on-trail coordinator Tersh Palmer, to see how their Appalachian Trail hike celebrating the 100th anniversary of the Sierra Club, is going.
1.) Host Bruce Robertson talks with George Davis, an environmentalist with the Center for Citizens Initiative, about his recent visit to Lake Baikal in Russia and the attempts to save it before it's too late. 2.) Jill Hoyt talks with Charles Wilkinson, a law professor from Colorado University, about his recent book "The Eagle Bird: Mapping a New West", in which he calls for the government to make more passionately worded laws. 3.) Robertson talks with Linda Elliot, wildlife manager of Hyatt Regency Resort in Hawaii, about the resort's wildlife and recooperation treatment which helps to protect the environment on the Hawaiian islands. 4.) Linda Brown of Scientific Certification Systems discusses their new environmental report cards which will give consumers a cradle to grave analysis of the environmental impact of products they purchase.
1.) Bill Rack reports from Indianapolis about the controversy over a solid waste incinerator, which some say is violating emission limits. 2.) Host Bruce Robertson talks with environmental prosecutor Steven J. Madonna of New Jersey about the state's increased criminal prosecution of environmental crimes. 3.) Robertson talks with Dr. Susan Buck, an environmental law professor from North Carolina State University at Greensboro, about the potential for environmental jobs in both the public and private sectors.
1.) Host Bruce Robertson talks with Jody Jacobson of the World Watch Institute about population growth and how the low status of women in some countries could be a contributing factor. 2.) Bob Rija reports on the controversy surrounding the proposed building of monitored retrieval sites that would temporarily store nuclear waste. 3.) Professor of chemical engineering V.K. Mathur discusses his newly developed invention that would help in the fight against acid rain by zapping out the nitrogen oxide chemicals. 4.) Robertson checks in with Keith Tondrick on his Appalachian Trail hike, he and his group are now in Tennessee.
1.) Host Bruce Robertson talks with Harold Idell of Federal Express about their new alternative fuels program, Clean Fleet, which will test out 5 different alternative fuels over the next 2 years. 2.) Ann Harrison reports on recent developments to make photovoltaic panels more affordable. 3.) Robertson talks with Carol McCourt of Automation Industry Control, a company that made one of the first automated sorting systems for plastic recycling.
1.) Host Bruce Robertson talks with Harvey Wasserman of Greenpeace about the damage done to Turkey Point nuclear power plant in Florida by Hurricane Andrew and the issues this raises about nuclear power. 2.) Charles Compton reports from Washington about the recent proposal to build windmills in Hanford, WA, and the mixed feelings about that proposal. 3.) Robertson talks with Senator Tim Wirth about his decision to resign from the Senate. 4.) Robertson talks with Thomas Jorling, New York State Comissioner of Environmental Conservation, about the EPA's consideration to reclassify nuclear waste.
1.) Host Bruce Robertson talks with Brett Hulsey, environmental advisor to President Clinton, about what changes in environmental policy are coming in the new Clinton administration. 2.) Jill Hoyt talks with Rick Bass about his recent book "Nine mile Wolves" and the reintroduction of wolves into the wild. 3.) Robertson talks with Michael Reynolds, cellist of the Muir Quartet, about his new CD as well as about his environmental activism.
1.) Host Bruce Robertson plays excerpts from a speech given by Ted Turner at a Society of Environmentalist Journalists'' conference about the steps he feels need to be taken to save the environment. 2.) Robertson talks with mechanical engineering professor Jay E. Sunderland about solar collectors that help to store the solar energy. 3.) Robertson talks with Howard Lyman, of the Beyond Beef campaign, about the negative effects of excessive beef consumption and the need for people to reduce their intake of beef.
1.) Host Bruce Robertson talks with Dr. David Suzuki about his new book "Wisdom of the Elders", which parallels indigenous peoples' wisdom to modern science. 2.) Scott Schlagel talks with Donald Stedman, professor at the University of Denver, about his new sensor that tests the emission rates of cars. 3.) Robertson talks with Lester Brown, of the World Watch Institute, about his new book "Vital Signs", and about the good and bad news in current environmental trends.
1.) Host Bruce Robertson talks with Professor Michael Brill of SUNY Buffalo about his work on a project to make signs to warn people about buried radioactive waste that will need to be read 10,000 years from now. 2.) Robertson talks with Ronald Getts of the Nature Conservancy abou their Last Great Places Project which helps to keep habitats and ecosystems healthy and viable. 3.) Robertson talks with Delia Owens about her new book "The Eye of the Elephant", which discusses trying to save elephants from poachers.
1.) Host Bruce Robertson talks with environmentalist Harvey Wasserman about the major changes that come with the new Clinton administration. 2.) Robertson talks with Robert Labens of the Environmental Protection Agency about how wood stoves contribute to air pollution. 3.) Jack Borden discusses his "For Spacious Skies" program that teaches sky awareness, educating individuals about the sky.
1.) Host Bruce Robertson talks with Daniel Dudek of the Environmental Defense Fund about Forest for the Future Initiative, which gets global communities together to preserve the world's forests. 2.) Becky Rumsey reports from Colorado about the controversy over riparian lands. 3.) Robertson talks with Lois Gibbs, one of the people responsible for the Superfund Act, about why she is so disappointed in how the law has been enacted.
1.) Host Bruce Robertson talks with E. Patrick Cody of the World Bank about their efforts to help put into action some of the proposals from the Earth Summit. 2.) Bob Rija reports from Montana about a controversial proposal to require companies to disclose past compliance records with environmental laws before they are allowed to move their company. 3.) Robertson reports on a recent recycling program going on in public schools, started by the Aseptic Packaging Council.
1.) Host Bruce Robertson discusses President Clinton's proposed forest conference to be held in Oregon where the issue of cutting down old growth forests for timber will be argued. 2.) Next, a story about Crane and Company, a paper company that is making paper out of blue jeans. 3.) Robertson talks with Geoffrey Heal, economist at Columbia University, about the costs of environmental degradation.
1.) Host Bruce Robertson discusses the recent controversy over the effects of depleted uranium on Gulf War veterans and talks with proponents on both sides of the issue. 2.) Robertson talks with Walter Monk, a geophysicist from the University of California at San Diego, about his plan to measure temperature changes in the Pacific Ocean uses a technique called acoustic thermometry. 3.) Robertson talks with Peter Ikehorn who is building a house on the coast of California out of rammed earth.
1.) Host Bruce Robertson talks with energy consultant Joel Gordus and from the Competitive Industries Institute Kent Jeffreys, about their differing opinions about the proposed gas tax. 2.) Robertson talks with John Fitzgerald, lawyer for the Defenders of Wildlife organization, about the group's recent case against the Department of the Interior to get the government to list more species on the Endangered Species List. 3.) Robertson talks with John Helwig about his invention of the world population button, a sort of calculator that constantly updates itself with the population of the Earth.
1.) Host Bruce Robertson talks with Amrie Lovens, director of the Rocky Mountain Institute, about the need for cleaner for more efficient automobiles. 2.) Ann Harrison reports on the controversy surrounding the decision to turn the Rocky Mountain Arsenal into a wildlife sanctuary, some believe the toxic waste levels in the area are still too high. 3.) Robertson talks with Dr. Henry Kendall, author of the "World Scientists' Warning to Humanity", which warns citizens of the world that they need to look ahead and plan now to save the planet.
1.) Host Bruce Robertson talks with Dr. Jay Hehr of the National Wildlife Federation about President Clinton's recent environmental policy proposals and changes. 2.) Robertson talks with Dr. Lewis Risocia of the Los Alamos National Laboratory about his recent shift from weapons researcher to environmental scientist. 3.) Robertson talks with Rich Anderson, a cattle rancher from Texas, who recently received the National Environmental Stewardship Award for preserving both his livelihood and the environment.
1.) Host Bruce Robertson plays parts of a speech by Secretary of the Interior Bruce Babbitt about the future of the country's environmental policy. 2.) Robertson talks with Dr. Howard Quigley a biologist working on the Siberian Tiger Project to save the endangered animal. 3.) Robertson talks with John Narr about his recent book "This Land is Your Land", a guide to America's endangered ecosystems.
1.) Host Bruce Robertson discusses the recent warning by the American Academy of Pediatrics about the dangers of high ozone levels to children and talks with Dr. Ruth Etzel of the AAP. 2.) Robertson talks with Larry Sombke, author of "Beautiful Easy Gardens" about the benefits of electric lawnmowers. 3.) Robertson talks with Don Ritner, author of the book "Eco-Linking" about what eco-linking is and how it can connect environmentalists across the globe.
1.) Host Bruce Robertson talks with individuals from the timber industry as well as from environmental groups for their opinions on President Clinton's proposal to reduce the amount of timber cut in the Pacific Northwest. 2.) Robertson talks with Larry Sombke, author of "Beautiful Easy Gardens" about using a scythe to cut brush instead of a power cutter. 3.) John Rowan talks with William Least Heat Moon about his book "Prairie Earth" a deep map account of the people and history of Chase County, Kansas.
1.) Host Bruce Robertson plays excerpts from a speech given by botanist Dr. Peter Raven, who was recently tapped by President Clinton to design a biological survey map of the country. 2.) Robertson talks with Larry Sombke, author of "Beautiful Easy Gardens", about watering your garden. 3.) Robertson talks with Thomas Miller of the Roper Institute about a recent test they conducted that showed the nation's teenagers have slightly less environmental knowledge than adults.
1.) Host Bruce Robertson talks with David Freeman of the Sacramento Municipal Utility District or SMUD, about their attempts to use renewable energy sources. 2.) Correspondent Bob Rija reports from Montana about the controversy surrounding the planned move of a company that recycles electronic transformers to the area. 3.) Next, a commentary by Kentucky's Secretary of the Department of Natural Resources, Phillip Shepherd about issues of economic development. 4.) Robertson talks with botanist Dr. Carl Leopold about his famous father Aldo, as well as about various other environmental issues.