Natural state. Episode 2

Description

Talking Plants - A young British inventor has come up with the idea of a pot that tells people when their indoor plants need watering. Great Barrier Reef - A new push to have more fishing banned to protect Australia's heritage listed reef. Rhino Charge - Here we look at a bush bashing rally to raise funds for a Kenyan forest, home to the endangered black rhinoceros. Germany Graves - Germany has joined Switzerland in now allowing burials to take place in designated forests. Kuwait Greenhouse - A hydroponic system has been set up to promote the growth of fruit and vegetables in the harsh Kuwait environment. Italy River Boat - After horrible environmental problems Rome's Tiber River has now been reopened for tourist cruises. Cambodia Jungle - The uniquely pristine forests of Cambodia are under renewed pressure from logging companies. New Zealand Snow - Extraordinarily cold temperatures in Dunedin make for ice like roads. Environment - A Rwandan minister cites continual burning of fossil fuels as a major reason for political tension. Christmas Tree Forest - A forest in Mexico with 450,000 Christmas tree for residents to choose from. This process also helps to rejuvenate the land.

Runtime

25 min

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Date of Publication

2005

Database

Alexander Street

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