Editor’s Note: Back in 2014, Perri Cooper and Benny Miller, owner of Louisiana Seafood Exchange, sat down and spoke about his experience with Hurricane Katrina. We are putting it in for our “Tastebud Tuesday,” as Mr. Miller describes what it was like to re-open immediately after Katrina and what it has been like since then. He tells Cooper about the struggles that most fishermen endured because of the storm and how the city of New Orleans has changed since Katrina. The interview took place on April 17, 2014 at the New Orleans office of Louisiana Seafood Exchange.
[This reflection was captured as part of an English class taught by Gaurav Desai to document memories of Hurricane Katrina]
Waves of Change–The Impact of Political Tides on Louisiana’s Environmental Future
Healthy Gulf has been a cornerstone in safeguarding Louisiana’s natural and human resources through sustainable and equitable practices. But a new threat looms with Governor Jeff Landry’s recent consolidation proposal, which aims to merge crucial coastal management with the Department of Energy and Natural Resources. Writer Leah Claman delves into the complexities of this proposal, breaking it down for those unfamiliar with environmental policy, and sheds light on what this could mean for the future of Louisiana’s coast and its communities.
Earthtalk: Retaining starts with repurposing – Green Light New Orleans
This piece spotlights Green Light New Orleans, a non-profit dedicated to promoting collective engagement in sustainability practices in local households. Author Brett Steinberg discusses the non-profit's Rain Barrel program, effectively combining art and water conservation.
