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Microplastics & Plastic Pellet Pollution: Kelly Leviker/Public Interest Research Group
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Host Bryan the Botanist speaks with Kelly Leviker from the Public Interest Research Group (PIRG). Kelly, PIRG's Beyond Plastic advocate, discusses her efforts in combating plastic pellet pollution through organizing citizen science initiatives and pushing for state and federal legislation. She highlights the severity of plastic pellet loss in various supply chains and its detrimental effects on the environment. The conversation covers the origins of plastic pollution, the importance of citizen-led scientific monitoring, PIRG’s focus on educating the public, and upcoming events for World Water Day and the International Plastic Pellet Count. Kelly shares her personal journey from exploring nature in Colorado to becoming a passionate advocate against plastic pollution, emphasizing mindful consumption and community action.
Chapters
1. Microplastics & Plastic Pellet Pollution: Kelly Leviker/Public Interest Research Group (00:00:00)
2. Meet Kelly Leviker: Beyond Plastic Advocate (00:00:05)
3. Understanding Plastic Pellets (00:01:25)
4. Health and Environmental Impact of Plastics (00:03:07)
5. Global Efforts and Legislation on Plastic Pollution (00:06:30)
6. Kelly's Journey and Passion for Environmentalism (00:15:24)
7. Plastic Pollution in Ethiopia (00:19:24)
8. Local Cleanups and Personal Stories (00:26:08)
9. The Bigger Picture: Global Plastic Problem (00:34:02)
10. Mindfulness and Environmental Responsibility (00:36:32)
11. The Seven Generations Philosophy (00:37:10)
12. The Impact of Reusable Bags (00:37:28)
13. Introduction to PIRG (00:39:00)
14. Understanding Plastic Pellets (00:41:21)
15. Citizen-Based Monitoring and Nerdl Patrol (00:46:09)
16. Upcoming Environmental Events (00:47:34)
17. The Role of Citizens in Environmental Protection (00:51:11)
18. The Future of Plastic Legislation (00:56:11)
19. The Importance of Botanical Illustrations (01:06:28)
20. Final Thoughts and Call to Action (01:11:50)
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