A climate and earth scientist at the Science Museum of Virginia, Hoffman has a doctorate in geology and paleoclimatology, plus a fantastic feel for helping people understand the challenges of our changing environment. These questions are becoming increasingly important to address. Sure, I try to bring my tote bags to the grocery store, but is that enough? What about the plastic bags used at the deli or for produce? What about the single-serving snacks that make packing lunches and eating on-the-go so much easier? Hoffman talks with Congressman Donald McEachin about climate science and the data that identifies Richmond as an urban heat island. Do you ever wonder about the amount of plastic that’s used every day? If you’re like me, it bothers you, but it is such an ingrained part of family life these days that it seems nearly impossible to cut down on it, particularly given the convenience of plastic utensils and prevalence of plastic packaging. As a prelude to the fiftieth anniversary of the first Earth Day, there is an international effort to educate people about the devastating effects of plastic on the planet.
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