37: Is This Border Wall Really Worth It? US-Mexico Emissions + Animal Impacts

The US government shutdown is (unfortunately) going almost two weeks strong. A central conversation revolves around President Trump’s proposed border wall between the US and Mexico. Today, let’s discuss the environmental implications of this “huge, beautiful wall” – there is a lot to consider, between the associated greenhouse gas emissions and *whose* migration will be impacted. Find me on instagram,  @ecochicpodcast + @lauraediez , and and online at www.lauraediez.com Find the McCallum et. al (2014) study here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices