Natural state. Episode 6

Description

China Bamboo Paper - A look at a dying art being replaced by modern technology. Biodiversity - Britain is planning to have preservation of wildlife as the first priority of government decisions. Tulips - Here we look at tourists flocking to see the tulip fields of the Netherlands each spring. Mekong Drought - A Chinese drought has dried the river that strongly affects Thailand, Laos, Cambodia and Vietnam. Brazil Waters - A look at an annual phenomenon when Brazilian waters become crystal clear. Cloud Forest - The United Nations have conducted a survey of the effect of climate change on these lush regions. Tree Energy - A look at research being done into what trees are best suited for alternative fossil fuels. Pakistan Water - A shortage of water has led to the option of potentially melting the country's glaciers. Chopsticks - With current environmental issues eaters are being asked to switch to more 'greener' utensils. Sustainable Paper - New ways are being developed to reduce the stock of trees being sacrificed in order to make paper. Beijing Sandstorm - A look at a choking sandstorm that blanketed Beijing causing widespread panic.

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24 min

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Date of Publication

2005

Database

Alexander Street

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