The New Environmentalists

Name: The New Environmentalists
Released: 2015-11-01T00:00:00.000Z
Cast: Robert Redford

TV Show · Documentary

A look at six passionate and dedicated activists from around the globe who have placed themselves in harm's way to battle intimidating adversaries for environmental justice in their communities.

2015 · 24m

Starring Robert Redford

EPISODE 1

Sea Change

Fresh water is one of Earth's sacred resources. Lake Turkana's freshwater resources are vital to countless people who rely on it for sustenance. When a dam threatened to disturb the Lake's ecosystem, some took action to protect their home.
EPISODE 2

From Chicago to the Karoo

Environmental activism in South Africa, Iraq, Italy, Indonesia, Colombia and Chicago.
EPISODE 3

From Ithaca to the Amazon

Our natural environments are intrinsically more valuable than any grand visions of wealth created using methods detrimental to the Earth. Meet people in New York, India, Russia, Peru, Sumatra, and South Africa who favor health over profit.
EPISODE 4

From Myanmar to Scotland

Biodiversity is a central component to the successful operation of Earth's natural systems. Meet people from Haiti, Myanmar, Honduras, Kenya, Canada, and Scotland who spend time and energy securing healthy local environmental regulations.
EPISODE 5

From Peru to Tanzania

There are places on Earth worthy of absolute preservation and protection for all future generations. Meet people from Puerto Rico, Maryland, Peru, Tanzania, Slovakia, and Cambodia who all share an abiding belief in a sacred, healthy Earth.
EPISODE 6

From Guatemala to the Congo

Stewardship of the land is a central part of the human condition. Unfortunately, in some cases, so is greed. Meet people from California, Congo, India, Australia, Guatemala, and Slovenia whose spirit matches their intent to live healthily.