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| Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area in eastern Tennessee. (Photo: National Park Service) |
In a heartfelt article about the importance of our balance with nature. Bill First starts his opinion piece in USA Today describes a reflective moment he had with his spouse in the beauty that is Big South Fork National River Tennessee.
There is plenty of inspiration that can be found in nature, but aside from some spiritual feeling or what some might dismiss as “tree hugging” ideas; Bill Frist explains to us that aside from the obvious need to have clean air and water, the economy has a direct link to our environment. He details the millions, upon millions of jobs that are based on outdoor recreation and agriculture, and how
The Environmental Protection Agency has many programs that focus on conservation and restoration initiatives. The article “Stand up for nature. Don't starve EPA and conservation programs” gives us a multitude of details. There is proof in the pudding, so to speak that the programs such as Great Lakes Restoration Initiative, which began in 2010, has actually stimulated the economy “approximately $2 in economic return for every restoration dollar invested, according to a Brookings Institution report”.
The information provided by Bill Frist has a strong delivery message aimed at all that have some inclination to the understand the importance that the environment has. It's a piece that does not single our political parties, but rather a very important aspect of our lives, that has seemed to fall by the wayside on everyone’s agenda.
Bill Frist is a former congressional leader that has been witness to what he declares have been “synergistic connection between responsible, smart government and cooperative, forward-leaning partnerships that help people from all walks of life thrive and live happier and more fulfilling lives.” He is also a doctor and scientist, which gives him a deep understanding of the connection between health and the natural environment.
The future of our public lands is under fire, due to the deep cut that the E.P.A. is facing. It is an important piece that has valid points, discussing why the E.P.A. is important to not just our health, but our economy as well.
There is plenty of inspiration that can be found in nature, but aside from some spiritual feeling or what some might dismiss as “tree hugging” ideas; Bill Frist explains to us that aside from the obvious need to have clean air and water, the economy has a direct link to our environment. He details the millions, upon millions of jobs that are based on outdoor recreation and agriculture, and how
The Environmental Protection Agency has many programs that focus on conservation and restoration initiatives. The article “Stand up for nature. Don't starve EPA and conservation programs” gives us a multitude of details. There is proof in the pudding, so to speak that the programs such as Great Lakes Restoration Initiative, which began in 2010, has actually stimulated the economy “approximately $2 in economic return for every restoration dollar invested, according to a Brookings Institution report”.
The information provided by Bill Frist has a strong delivery message aimed at all that have some inclination to the understand the importance that the environment has. It's a piece that does not single our political parties, but rather a very important aspect of our lives, that has seemed to fall by the wayside on everyone’s agenda.
Bill Frist is a former congressional leader that has been witness to what he declares have been “synergistic connection between responsible, smart government and cooperative, forward-leaning partnerships that help people from all walks of life thrive and live happier and more fulfilling lives.” He is also a doctor and scientist, which gives him a deep understanding of the connection between health and the natural environment.
The future of our public lands is under fire, due to the deep cut that the E.P.A. is facing. It is an important piece that has valid points, discussing why the E.P.A. is important to not just our health, but our economy as well.
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