A fascinating documentary that shines a light on global scientific and environmental issues.For almost 60 years, Lake Ontario has been under lockdown – surrounded, controlled and managed more than any other large lake in human history. It is the most human controlled lake on the planet. Its water
Wild mustangs have long been an icon of native peoples and early settlers of North America. Yet their fate today is uncertain. Traded, stolen and wild for 400 years, an estimated 2-3 million roamed North America in 1890 until they became almost excinct. The US Government has attempted to control t
A fascinating documentary that shines a light on global scientific and environmental issues.Can we save one of the world's largest freshwater lakes? This program reveals how a perfect storm of agriculture, hydro practices, sewage run-off, flooding and marsh destruction have devastated Lake Winnipeg
Can you really go green in every room of your home? Yes you can! Find out how to save money in your laundry room, bedroom, bathroom, living room and even your garden with these tips and tricks on how to live a more eco-friendly life. Conservation is the way to go. Simple tips like only running your
Smaller, greener & more flexible homes are popping up everywhere. Find out what the mini home is. We’ll make you sea sick with shipping containers, get a tour of the “Now House Project”, a War time home that is now a mean, green, energy producing machine. When it comes to building our homes bigger
Do you know where your food comes from? Head behind the scenes with organic farmers and the urban farming organization, “Not Far From the Tree” to find out where your food comes from. Urban people take a field trip and ‘go country’ to better understand the origins of their food. Find out what commu
For the first time in history, more than half the population lives in cities. Because of urbanization every year we destroy untold amounts of plants and fertile soil. With this in mind, how can we make cities more sustainable? This program takes a special look at green roof gardening, the expansio
This program explores the automotive industry’s move towards greener cars and the need for cities to balance cycling, public transport and cars within their overall infrastructure. So let’s take a look at the transportation industry. Find out how to build a city around public transportation & the
Learn how to be a responsible shopper. Did someone say green retail therapy? Go shopping for ecological intelligence and discover what it means to be a responsible shopper in a world of over consumption. Reducing your footprint begins with your shoes. Energy saving products are the mainstream as c
Discover a few of our favorite green things… from eco hangers and natural playgrounds to Segway’s and a tour of an urban wilderness, this program is an ecological tour like no other. Natural playgrounds are designed by incorporating nature, music and art to stimulate children in a natural holistic
Our team of science investigators get their feet wet with the challenge of discovering where clean water comes from and all the people and science involved in the process of making it safe to drink. ITO Mission Control pulls out the hi-tech bag of tricks in sending the team of “water investigators”
How can science and technology convert the decomposed carbon-rich juices of ancient life into gasoline to power our vehicles plus make the asphalt to pave our roads. Unlock the answers to the physics, chemistry and science of hydrocarbons. We help unravel the complex chemistry and physics of how a
Did you know that not everyone with a career in agriculture drives a tractor? There are a large variety of careers that support farming in Wisconsin! This program highlights four careers related to the field of agriculture and production of the leading US export, soy. Each one of these careers a
More than ever, people are searching for ways to become more sustainable in their homes, communities and as citizens of Planet Earth. In Sensible Sustainable Solutions, our "green team" travel around the countryside exploring sustainable options and solutions to healthier lives, lands and waters.
Did you ever consider the fact that the fuel in your car’s gas tank is mostly ancient sequestered carbon about 400 million years old? But part of that mixture is also modern recycled carbon made from today’s renewable fuels like ethanol and biodiesel. In this program you’ll discover how science and
How do professionals safely handle waste while protecting our environment? American's generate more waste per person than almost anywhere else on the Planet. How much? Would you believe about 1700 pounds per person each year. If that's the average, many of us generate over one ton of waste a year