{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/659fdde20ce3940017e34140/671fa4ab9b2f915baea7b88c?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Ep 9:  Heading on a 'Mission to Marsh' with Alex Kornelsen and Cassie Beyfuss","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/659fdde20ce3940017e34140/1730126014872-3c053846-395d-4b3e-b8a4-a816f81fff69.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>Delve into the world of wetlands with Alex Kornelsen, CEO and Co-Founder of&nbsp;<a href=\"https://missiontomarsh.org/en/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Mission to Marsh</a>&nbsp;and Cassie Beyfuss, Project Sourcing expert and friend of Climate Impact Partners. Alex calls wetlands the \"unsung CO2&nbsp;heroes of our planet\" and this episode will highlight why.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>In this insightful conversation, Cassie talks to Alex about peatlands, a type of&nbsp;wetland, and&nbsp;the vital role they play in mitigating climate change, biodiversity conservation, and water quality, exploring how Alex&nbsp;passionately advocates for their conservation and sustainable management.&nbsp;Alex share his expertise on:</p><p><br></p><ul><li><strong>The critical state of peatlands:&nbsp;</strong>Why are they disappearing at an alarming rate, and what are the consequences?</li><li><strong>The power of peatlands:</strong>&nbsp;How do they act as natural carbon sinks, sequestering vast amounts of carbon dioxide, filter pollutants, and protect coastlines?</li><li><strong>Mission to Marsh's mission:</strong>&nbsp;Learn about their innovative approach to wetland restoration and community engagement</li><li><strong>The future of peatlands:&nbsp;</strong>What can be done to protect and restore these vital ecosystems?</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Website: https://www.climateimpact.com/news-insights/podcast/episode-9/</p><p>Email: podcast@climateimpact.com</p><p>Mission to Marsh: https://missiontomarsh.org/</p>","author_name":"Climate Impact Partners"}