Nature’s Circular Economy: From Bees to Rivers

Nature's Echo: Harnessing Ancient Feedback Loops to Heal a Changing ...

WHEN: Thursday, October 1, 3:00-4:00pm

WHERE: Concord Library Fowler Branch, 1322 Main St, Concord, MA, or attend virtually via Zoom

OARS hosts author Dr. Linda Booth Sweeney for an afternoon discussion on nature’s ability to avoid waste and prevent pollution. Centered on topic from Nature’s Echo by Thomas Crowther, the discussion will also highlight how to communicate these ideas to younger generations, drawing on Sweeney’s own, newly released Do Bees Pee? The Curious and Amazing Ways Nature Avoids Poo-llution.

This event is free and open to all as part of OARS’ Egg Rock Readers book club. Register to attend below!

Event Details

Date: Thursday October 1
Time: 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Venue: Concord Fowler Library
Categories: OARS Events

~30%

of the SuAsCo rivers watershed is wetlands, crucial for wildlife habitat and water quality

~30%

of water samples in the SuAsCo rivers watershed contain PFAS, leading to increased monitoring and remediation by local authorities and environmental groups

~70%

of dams in the SuAsCo watershed are over a century old, requiring extensive upkeep and presenting obstacles to river restoration and fish passage

>40%

of the land within the watershed is publicly accessible, offering recreational opportunities such as hiking, boating, and birdwatching to the community

~15%

of the land in the SuAsCo rivers watershed is covered by impervious surfaces such as roads, rooftops, and parking lots. This contributes to stormwater runoff and water pollution issues

Nature’s Circular Economy: From Bees to Rivers

Event Details