Lucent overview series. Our endangered planet

Discusses recycling, its value and realities, and the search for innovative recycling ideas.

Considers the global consequences of continued population growth and the various options for dealing with its impact on the environment and natural resources.

Discusses the greenhouse effect, the consequences of a warming world, and possible ways to protect the environment.

Discusses the nature and necessity of ozone in relation to the global environment and air pollution, and examines the greenhouse effect and ways to prevent it.

Discusses the uses for pesticides, and explains how they can affect human health and the earth's environment.

Discusses the present energy crisis, types of fuels now in use, alternative energy sources, and the conservation of energy.

Describes how and why various species of animals and the tropical rain forests are threatened with extinction and discusses the importance of ensuring their survival.

Discusses the history and causes of acid rain, its effects on the environment and human health, and what can be done about it.

Describes the complex system of the rain forest and why it is important to save it from destruction.

Describes how oil spills occur, how they affect the environment, and how they can be cleaned up and prevented.