Energy policy shifts in the U.S. are sparking concern as the government rolls back environmental regulations to fast-track oil and gas drilling. This episode examines how these rollbacks could jeopardize ecosystems, especially marine environments, and undermine efforts to transition to clean energy sources.
Environmental protections have long served as safeguards for biodiversity and climate resilience, but these new changes prioritize short-term energy gains over long-term sustainability. We discuss the potential consequences for marine protected areas, public health, and climate policy, and what you can do to take action.
Chapters:
00:00 – Introduction from Negril, Jamaica
00:45 – Opening up marine protected areas for fisheries
01:30 – New rollbacks on environmental regulations
02:15 – Administration’s energy priorities and deregulation
03:00 – Impacts on public lands and marine ecosystems
03:45 – Why this rollback is dangerous for ocean protection
04:30 – What do these policies mean for the future
05:15 – The role of clean energy vs. fossil fuels
06:30 – How ocean advocates can respond and take action
08:00 – Final thoughts and call to action
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