How are photographers documenting the impacts of climate change and environmental degradation?
From decliningsea ice in the Arctic to coral bleaching on the Great Barrier Reef, photographers give us a visual sense of the human toll on the environment. We are seeing major changes in the world’s landscapes. What do photographs reveal about the urgency of addressing climate change? And how are they motivating people to take action?
Guest:
Cristina Mittermeier, marine biologist and photographer specializing in conservation issues surrounding the ocean and indigenous cultures
Web Resources:
The Washington Post: National Geographic asked photographers to show the impact of climate change, here’s what they shot
The Washington Post: See the winners and entries in National Geographic’s 2016 Nature Photographer of the Year contest
BBC: Environmental Photographer of the Year winners announced