The excessive water usage required to maintain traditional lawns is discussed, particularly in drought-prone areas, and alternatives that require less water are recommended.
The episode focuses extensively on the importance of water conservation, offering practical suggestions for individuals, communities, and educational institutions to reduce water consumption and promote sustainable practices.
The podcast episodes discuss various aspects of water conservation, including the need to address water scarcity, the environmental impact of water-intensive practices like traditional lawn maintenance, and innovative solutions for reducing water usage.
For example, episode There's a new economic indicator in town. And it's powered by AI. examines a federal program that pays farmers and ranchers to conserve water from the drought-impacted Colorado River, while episode The Origins of America's Toxic Obsession With Lawns explores the excessive water usage required to maintain traditional lawns and recommends alternatives that require less water.
Other episodes, such as Reenvisioning the restroom and The Climate Change Garden with Kim Stoddart, focus on strategies for water conservation in residential and agricultural settings, including alternative toilet systems, water-wise gardening techniques, and sustainable farming practices.