Episode 69 | Constructed Wetlands for Water Quality: Perceptions in Today's Society

30/01/2025 17 min Episodio 69
Episode 69 | Constructed Wetlands for Water Quality: Perceptions in Today's Society

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Wetlands are some of the most vital yet misunderstood ecosystems, often portrayed in film as eerie, dangerous places rather than the biodiverse habitats they are. In this episode, Dr. Jeff Matthews and Dr. Caitlin Bloomer from the University of Illinois discuss wetland perceptions, their ecological importance, and efforts to improve public understanding.Explore efforts to reduce nutrients in Illinois waterways from agricultural runoff to municipal wastewater with host Todd Gleason and producers Rachel Curry and Nicole Haverback.Read the blog at extension.illinois.edu/nlr/blog  Subscribe for updates Explore more about nutrient loss in Illinois at go.illinois.edu/nutrientloss

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