Wetlands are areas of land that are either permanently or seasonally saturated with water, supporting a unique array of plant and animal life. They play critical roles in flood mitigation, water filtration, and wildlife habitat.

The podcast episodes discuss the importance of preserving wetlands, both in the context of a wildlife preserve in Texas The Biologist and the challenges of managing development and flooding in Charleston, South Carolina Breaking Point. Wetlands are highlighted as natural infrastructure that can help communities adapt to the impacts of climate change.

Protecting and restoring wetlands is an important environmental issue that intersects with topics like wildlife conservation, land use planning, and climate resilience.