Dr. Roneet Lev
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Episode #85 High Truths on Drugs and Addiction with Dr. Greta Wengert on Environmental Harms of Cannabis Grows
Episode #85 High Truths on Drugs and Addiction with Dr. Greta Wengert on Environmental Harms of Cannabis Grows
Episode #85 High Truths on Drugs and Addiction with Dr. Greta Wengert on Environmental Harms of Cannabis Grows
Monday 8th August 2022
Dr. Greta Wengert reveals the environmental damage caused by illegal cannabis grows, from water theft to pesticide use, on 'High Truths on Drugs and Addiction'.
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Get the buttons here!Cannabis Grows and Environmental Damage: Insights from Dr. Greta Wengert
Cleaning up illegal cannabis grows cost more money than cleaning up an oil spill.
Ever thought about the hidden environmental costs of illegal cannabis cultivation? In this eye-opening episode of 'High Truths on Drugs and Addiction', Dr. Roneet Lev sits down with Dr. Greta Wengert, an ecologist with over 20 years of experience, to explore the serious ecological impacts of these activities. Dr. Wengert, who works in California's public lands, reveals startling facts about water theft, wildlife harm, and the extensive use of harmful pesticides in illegal cannabis grows.
She explains that the carbon footprint of cannabis cultivation is vastly higher than that of other crops, like tomatoes. This episode goes beyond the usual discussions about cannabis to highlight the often-ignored environmental consequences. Dr. Wengert also talks about the immense challenges and costs involved in cleaning up these illegal operations, comparing it to cleaning up oil spills. If you're interested in understanding the broader implications of drug production on our planet, this episode is a must-listen.