Eco Radio KC

On today’s show, our guest is Elaine Giessel, a Marine Ecologist by training, has taught biology, geology, microbiology and environmental science at community colleges in both Kansas and Texas. She […] The post What’s Up with Water? appeared first on KKFI .

Marty Kraft is a member of the Kansas City Missouri Environment Commission, whose purpose is to give policy direction to the Mayor concerning issues of environmental planning, management, and compliance with […] The post Marty Kraft says wilderness is a corner lot at the corner of 57th and Charlotte Streets appeared first on KKFI .

Our guest, Zack Pistora, is the Kansas Sierra Club Lobbyist. He and host Richard Mabion will provide listeners with an overview of legislation expected and legislation needed as well as his […] The post 2019 Kansas Legislature Update appeared first on KKFI .

On this edition of EcoRadio KC we look at the representation of people of color within the ranks of those working for a cleaner environment.  We’ll find out where some […] The post Diversity in the Environmental Movement appeared first on KKFI .

How can we get fresh food locally grown in the cold Midwestern winters?  On this EcoRadio, we learn about extending the growing and harvest seasons through the months with “r’ […] The post Extending the Growing Season Locally appeared first on KKFI .

It’s a new year!  Time to look at our good ol’ days so that our future can be even brighter!  Teresa Wilke will talk with two historians about the electric […] The post Past and Future of Electric Mass Transit appeared first on KKFI .

For our final program of 2018, we feature some encouraging work that has been done this year in the KC metro around educating the next generation of environmental stewards.  Guests […] The post Educating for Sustainability in Kansas City, Kansas appeared first on KKFI .

Lindsey Constance, Shawnee Councilwoman, joins host Craig Lubow to discuss evidence-based solutions to climate change. Lindsey helped organize Advancing Climate Solutions, a local workshop for area politicians and environmental activists […] The post Evidence-Based Practices for Advancing Climate Solutions appeared first on KKFI .

Our guest, Robert Rosenberg, will speak on the availability and advantages of solar generated electricity.  Robert is a co-director of the Flint Hills Renewable Energy Cooperative (FHREEC) which is based […] The post TOMORROW IS GOOD/SOLAR POWER FOR YOUR HOME appeared first on KKFI .

On today’s program our guest is Steve Mann, Owner, PrairieEcosystems Mgmt, who will speak with Richard Mabion about the environmental movement in the KC area since 2008.  Steve Mann has […] The post Mann & Mabion discuss environmental history – prospect of the future? appeared first on KKFI .

Ben Kjelshus, founder of the KC Food Circle and an organizer for the Green Party,  gave great ideas to our community.  His work toward building community enriched all our lives.  He […] The post A Tribute to Ben Kjelshus appeared first on KKFI .

Judith Wells joins host Craig Lubow to discuss the problem of the Kansas Corporation Commission (KCC) in failing to consider public input when issuing permits for injection wells, widely believed […] The post Saltwater injection wells in Kansas are 4th in nation. appeared first on KKFI .

Mark Manning joins host Craig Lubow to talk about the KCK Organic Teaching Gardens. Mark is the coordinator of the program, which workshops for students in K through 12th grade […] The post Growing the future with gardens appeared first on KKFI .

Dave Bennett interviews guests Rebecca and Tom from Fair Share Farm in Lawson to discuss the concept of “Natural vs Artificial” foods. Rebecca and Tom each have over 20 years […] The post Sustainable Natural Foods appeared first on KKFI .

Teresa Wilke and Craig Lubow hosts candidates from the Missouri 5th District and Kansas 3rd District for an environmental “forum” in which they will discuss their environmental vision for the […] The post Congressional candidates and the environment appeared first on KKFI .

Stan Slaughter is Kansas City’s own Eco-Troubadour. Today he entertains the troops with a recount about his songs for a sustainable environment.  Stan is also an internationally famous expert on the process […] The post What’s that sound? Stan Slaughter! appeared first on KKFI .

The issue of an underground gasoline leak at the midtown corner of 31st ST and Cleveland, Kansas City MO, is a historic example of the great power of community involvement. Joseph […] The post How to Address the Environment by Community Involvement appeared first on KKFI .

Today’s program will be discussion with Al Pugsley of the Mid-America Electric Automobile Association (MAEAA) and Brian Girten, electric automobile owner, about the advantages derived from driving electric cars. Host […] The post Electric Cars appeared first on KKFI .

On today’s program, we talk with Lisa Ousley and Mariah Friend from the stellar non-profit program After the Harvest. After the Harvest rescues nutritious fruits and vegetables missed by commercial […] The post After the Harvest appeared first on KKFI .

Zack Pistora represents the Sierra Club and Kansans on issues such as water conservation, hydraulic fracturing, energy efficiency, clean energy and other environmental topics which are addressed by the Kansas […] The post Zack Pistora, State Lobbyist for Sierra Club – KS Chapter, returns to discuss current environmental issues appeared first on KKFI .

350KC, The KC Climate Coalition and others sponsored a march in downtown Overland Park on Saturday morning. KKFI was on hand to record the proceedings. The following is taken from […] The post Rise for Climate Action in Johnson County appeared first on KKFI .

Tabitha Schmidt, CEO of Powell Gardens, joins host Craig Lubow. Tabitha talks about the impact on Powell Gardens, surrounding areas, and nearby centennial farms that would occur with a proposed […] The post CAFOs and Gardens Don’t Mix! appeared first on KKFI .

The http://www.heartlandconservationalliance.org/ checks in with us to bring us up to speed on all of their current endeavors. And on World Ocean Radio: “The Earth Has One Big Ocean With […] The post Heartland Conservation Alliance appeared first on KKFI .

At this past weekend’s Kicking the Koch Habit Conference there were two workshops that were expressly environmental in nature. We bring you excerpts from The Climate emergency- The Case For […] The post Kicking the Koch Habit appeared first on KKFI .

Julie Stutterheim of Preserve the Line Creek Forest brings us up to speed on the struggle. The post The Battle of Line Creek Forest appeared first on KKFI .