
Sign up to save your podcasts
Or
About the Guest:
Kevin Emmerich is the co-founder of Basin and Range Watch, an organization dedicated to preserving the natural and cultural heritage of desert habitats in Nevada and California. With a professional background deeply rooted in environmental advocacy, Kevin has been instrumental in opposing unnecessary desert land conversions for large-scale renewable energy projects. Basin and Range Watch works on various fronts, from grassroots activism to engaging legal avenues, to protect desert landscapes and the unique biodiversity they support.
Episode Summary:
In this episode of 90 Miles from Needles, host Chris Clarke sits down with Kevin Emmerich, co-founder of Basin and Range Watch, to discuss the environmental implications of the Greenlink West transmission line project in Nevada. The episode sheds light on the vast stretches of desert land being impacted by this ambitious infrastructure, which aims to connect solar farms in southern Nevada with burgeoning tech hubs in the north. Kevin Emmerich shares valuable insights into the potential costs to desert ecosystems, cultural sites, and endangered species, underscoring the complexity of balancing renewable energy goals with conservation.
The episode also touches on a significant legal battle involving Basin and Range Watch and Friends of Nevada Wilderness, challenging the construction of Greenlink West due to its potential environmental harm. Using a comprehensive approach, they argue against the project's oversight of critical habitats and propose legal frameworks for better alternatives. Amidst these serious discussions, Chris shares updates on the podcast's upcoming events and fundraising efforts, offering a blend of educational content and community engagement.
Key Takeaways:
Notable Quotes:
Resources:
Stay tuned for future episodes of 90 Miles from Needles as we continue to explore critical topics affecting North America's desert landscapes. Be sure to listen to the full episode for an in-depth understanding of the Greenlink West project and its environmental implications.
Become a desert defender!: https://90milesfromneedles.com/donate
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
4.9
4848 ratings
About the Guest:
Kevin Emmerich is the co-founder of Basin and Range Watch, an organization dedicated to preserving the natural and cultural heritage of desert habitats in Nevada and California. With a professional background deeply rooted in environmental advocacy, Kevin has been instrumental in opposing unnecessary desert land conversions for large-scale renewable energy projects. Basin and Range Watch works on various fronts, from grassroots activism to engaging legal avenues, to protect desert landscapes and the unique biodiversity they support.
Episode Summary:
In this episode of 90 Miles from Needles, host Chris Clarke sits down with Kevin Emmerich, co-founder of Basin and Range Watch, to discuss the environmental implications of the Greenlink West transmission line project in Nevada. The episode sheds light on the vast stretches of desert land being impacted by this ambitious infrastructure, which aims to connect solar farms in southern Nevada with burgeoning tech hubs in the north. Kevin Emmerich shares valuable insights into the potential costs to desert ecosystems, cultural sites, and endangered species, underscoring the complexity of balancing renewable energy goals with conservation.
The episode also touches on a significant legal battle involving Basin and Range Watch and Friends of Nevada Wilderness, challenging the construction of Greenlink West due to its potential environmental harm. Using a comprehensive approach, they argue against the project's oversight of critical habitats and propose legal frameworks for better alternatives. Amidst these serious discussions, Chris shares updates on the podcast's upcoming events and fundraising efforts, offering a blend of educational content and community engagement.
Key Takeaways:
Notable Quotes:
Resources:
Stay tuned for future episodes of 90 Miles from Needles as we continue to explore critical topics affecting North America's desert landscapes. Be sure to listen to the full episode for an in-depth understanding of the Greenlink West project and its environmental implications.
Become a desert defender!: https://90milesfromneedles.com/donate
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
6,133 Listeners
9,163 Listeners
38,689 Listeners
43,969 Listeners
90,949 Listeners
38,189 Listeners
21,657 Listeners
6,670 Listeners
1,459 Listeners
1,217 Listeners
794 Listeners
9,322 Listeners
16,043 Listeners
515 Listeners
784 Listeners