Conservation Starters
Conservation Starters is a podcast created by the Thurston Conservation District. This series is dedicated to empowering Thurston County residents to steward our shared natural resources. Through thoughtful conversations with TCD staff, community partners, and community members we explore a program or issue related to the work of the Conservation District and how our community can engage with us and our staff.
Conservation Starters
Leaf to Life: Macroinvertebrates and Carbon Cycling
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Thurston Conservation District
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Season 4
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Episode 6
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On this month's episode of Conservation Starters we are joined by Dr. Carri LeRoy a local researcher and professor at The Evergreen State College. Together, we discuss why improving water quality is important, the role macroinvertebrates play in the ecosystem, and the importance of the carbon cycle. Dr. LeRoy talks about her intriguing research and shares ways we can all support a healthier future. Tune in to learn more!
Learn More
- Dr. LeRoy's Research
- Dr. LeRoy's Lectures on Aquatic Entomology Part 1
- Dr. LeRoy's Lectures on Aquatic Entomology Part 2
Get Involved
Interesting Articles
- The Carboniferous Period and Fossil Fuels: Understanding Their Connection
- A Graphical History of Atmospheric CO2 Levels Over Time
- Global river water quality under climate change and hydroclimatic extremes
- The Impact of Pharmaceuticals Released to the Environment
- Why is Clean Water Important? A Lifeline for Health, Prosperity, and Sustainability