Barbara Lucas
HostBarbara received a master's degree in Environmental Policy from the University of Michigan. She began her association with WEMU in 2003 as an intern with Washtenaw County, assisting with the weekly "Issues of the Environment" show. In 2003 she also began working in documentary film, and later established her own video production company.
Continuing her work with the County as an environmental media consultant, Barbara Lucas works in video, television, and radio to communicate and explore the environmental issues that affect our community.
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The City of Ann Arbor’s Climate Action Plan says walking reduces overall greenhouse gas emissions and traffic congestion, while improving our health. But,…
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The U.S. is out of the Paris Climate Accord. Despite lack of support from the current administration, many are heartened by the growing interest in…
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More and more people are opting to cycle rather than drive for at least some of their transportation, whether for personal health, or for the health of…
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Because natural burial has environmental benefits over conventional burial, it is often favored by those who like to “go green.” But it also can appeal…
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Many of our most cherished North American songbirds are in trouble. It’s primarily due to habitat loss—whether through development, agriculture, or…
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Carbon taxes are a seemingly simple way to deal with the climate crisis. As the price of fossil fuels goes up, consumption goes down. But fears of…
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Every parcel slated for development comes with a host of environmental considerations, from stormwater control to cleanup of soil contamination. Two of…
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For two decades the State of Michigan’s “containment” policy has allowed polluters to leave contamination in place rather than clean it up. 4,000 such…
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As concern rises and detection methods improve, 1,4-Dioxane is being discovered in water sources across the country. Central to formulating remediation…
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At a September work session, Ann Arbor City Council members asked city staff if the current water treatment plant could accommodate equipment to remove…