Water Cools the Planet
Working with Nature to Restore our Climate is the theme of Greening Greenfield’s spring series of free in-person events.
The March 25 event kicked off by watching Water Cools the Planet, the first part of Regenerating Life, a beautiful documentary. This film offered fascinating insights into the role of water and plants, especially trees, in nurturing and balancing our climate.
John Feldman, writer, editor, and narrator shared his quest for a deeper understanding of what regulates the temperature of our planet, beyond carbon dioxide, methane, and nitrous oxide. He introduced us to scientists who are exploring many aspects of our Earth who share their insights.
A 30-minute discussion, facilitated by Mary Westervelt, educator, with a Master’s in Environmental Studies, followed the showing of the film.
Water Cools the Planet was followed by a viewing and discussion of Life Sustains the Climate, the second segment of Regenerating Life, on April 1.
The final event of the series was held on Earth Day, April 22. Rachel Lindsay, Ecologist, Gardener and Lead Designer at Regenerative Design Group, will introduce us to Soil-Smart Planning and how we can protect soil health and increase climate reliance in our gardening efforts.
For more information about Greening Greenfield and how to support our programs such as Housing Greenfield, and the planting of native habitat in Greenfield, please visit www.GreeningGreenfieldMA.org.