Lucent overview series. Our endangered planet

Discusses the scope, legislative angles, and human health aspects of the hazardous waste problem, as well as future plans for dealing with hazardous waste.

Examines various methods of handling waste products, including landfills, incineration, recycling, and reducing the amount of garbage produced, as well as future possibilities for waste management.

Discusses various aspects of endangered species, including causes of extinction, land use, protection laws, and the race to prevent more extinctions.

Examines the causes and some specific occurrences of oil spills and leaks and discusses the environmental issues and efforts to prevent future spills.