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Podcast: One Love One Planet
Episode: Mutualistic Cities: How can cities evolve from being parasites on Earth, to becoming beneficial organisms?
Description: Produced and presented by Penny Southgate. This podcast is taken from the live show which was broadcast on Tuesday 27th September 2022 at 11am on BCfm Radio.
Humans have created a technosphere which is severely damaging the other spheres of Earth, including the atmosphere and the hydrosphere. Cities are a big part of this, and right now, are parasites on Earth. How can cities evolve to become supportive organisms and help Earth to thrive instead?
Featuring:
Mark Williams, Professor of Paleobiology at University of Leicester and author of The Cosmic Oasis.
Eco tip by Chloe N...