Chris Clarke | KCET
Chris Clarke

Chris Clarke was KCET's Environment Editor until July 2017. He is a veteran environmental journalist and natural history writer. He lives in Joshua Tree.
Recent Articles
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Multi-disciplinary
Artbound
The Joshua Tree: Myth, Mutualism and Survival
Post date: 2018-11-26T10:30:13-08:00Author/activist Chris Clarke outlines the cultural and ecological history of the iconic Joshua Tree—while highlighting the profound symbiotic relationships that sustains this unusual plant species now threatened by climate change.
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Activism
Earth Focus
A Few Thoughts on the Occasion of My Leaving KCETLink
Post date: 2017-07-03T13:59:37-07:00Chris Clarke is moving on, but he leaves us with some inspiration.
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Renewable Energy
Earth Focus
In Nevada, Wildlife Advocates say Rare Toad may be Harmed by Geothermal Plant
Post date: 2017-06-30T12:00:23-07:00Geothermal developer says its project won't hurt a toad found only in 400 nearby acres. Enviros aren't buying it.
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Renewable Energy
Earth Focus
Interior Secretary Zinke Has Lots to Learn About Renewable Energy
Post date: 2017-06-27T13:33:51-07:00Interior Secretary Zinke gave a recent talk about energy. He should have studied better.
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endangered species
Earth Focus
Court Scraps Endangered Species Killing Loophole
Post date: 2017-06-23T10:36:49-07:00Never doubt that a single individual can change the world. Chad McKittrick did, but he made things worse.
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Joshua Tree National Park
Earth Focus
Visiting Joshua Tree? Here are Four Easy Ways to Reduce Your Impact
Post date: 2017-06-16T13:03:22-07:00With millions of visitors a year even the smallest thoughtless acts have a way of multiplying. If you don't want to make things worse, follow these guidelines.