Is organic farming still ecological when excessive resources are spent to ship goods halfway around the world? Why are ecologically-oriented producers more subject to government oversight than those using environmental contaminants?

Reducir, reutilizar, y reciclar: most of us have heard it in English, and here we hear it in Spanish. These women explain to us the “three R's” to combat the excessive amount of waste that we generate.

Transgenic, or genetically modified, crops are a marginal issue for most people in the United States. This is not the case in Europe, where the issue of transgénicos is very much in the forefront of the public's mind.

Comercio Justo, or “Fair Trade” products are often seen in “socially conscious” retailers like health and “whole” food shops. It presents a novel approach to doing business that takes into account social and environmental factors in its pricing to consumers and directly compensates commodity food producers, like coffee and cocoa farmers. Here proponents explain the philosophy from several different vantage points.

Can an educated public really create a kinder, gentler, consumer society? Do informed buyers make decisions more sensitive to their world? Can you have your cake and eat it too? Some activists think that voracioius consumers need not be subdued, but only that their desires be tweaked, redirected…

Do those who control the wealth in a society also dictate its desires? In this segment we’re able to listen in on the discourse of Spanish intellectuals critical of the modern consumer culture, which they see as something of a Svengali-like oppressor and manipulator of the masses.

Can a consumer-driven market be replaced by an informed system of mutual cooperation by a like-minded populace? Is the market always at odds with the well being of the planet? Is it true that otro mundo es possible? Let’s find out what some experts think…

Angel Palacios, a “river ranger” who works for the Ministry of the Environment in Spain, educates us about the Talave Reservoir in the municipality of Liétor.

Angel Palacios, a “river ranger” who works for the Ministry of the Environment in Spain, continues to tell us about Talave Reservoir as well as his history with water maintenance.

Manuel Lucas, Technical Director of the Estepona Orchidarium, introduces us to this beautiful botanical garden for, among other things, the cultivation and exhibition of orchids.

In the world of orchids, there are between twenty-five and thirty thousand species distributed throughout the planet, and at the Estepona Orchidarium, you will find many of them. Let's see what Manuel Lucas has to say about their vast diversity.

Fermín attends a plant fair at the Estepona Orchidarium, where he asks some botanical experts to talk to us about some interesting and exotic plants.

Now we'll hear from a representative of "Begonias y más" [Begonias and More], a company that specializes in Begonias and other exotic plants, who will tell us, among other things, about a Begonia named after a famous Star Wars character, as well as a cactus with the nickname "mother-in-law's cushion"!

Let's learn some interesting facts about a very special flower called the plumeria. Fermin tells us about its origins, characteristics, and special place in the cultures of many nations.

In this video, Fermin explains the most common mistakes people make when caring for their plumerias and teaches us how to best take care of this beautiful plant.

The Lady of the Night is a unique plant that blooms in the darkness. Fermín tells us about some of its secrets and what you should keep in mind if you would like to grow it in your garden.

In Andalusia, jasmine is a very popular plant that is often associated with this land. Fermín tells us more about this aromatic flower that has captivated humanity for centuries.

Let's discover with Fermín some interesting facts about the spectacular bougainvillea plant, which is widely used in gardens and on patios due to its vibrant color and beauty. We will also find out what you need to know if you want to cultivate this fascinating plant in your own garden.

Today, Fermín will talk to us about the cypress, a mystical tree that symbolizes eternal life in many cultures. However, as this species is facing such threats as deforestation and climate change, we will also hear some tips about how we can do our part to conserve it.

Have you ever tried germinating a mango seed, or the pit of some other fruit? Fermín tells us about his own experiences doing so, including his varied results.

Gorgeous flora and fauna, beautiful beaches, a pleasant climate and environmental consciousness are just a few of the reasons Ecuador’s Galapagos Islands are such a popular tourist destination.

The Rainbow Warrior III, a sailing yacht owned and operated by Greenpeace and used for such purposes as scientific excursions and environmental protests, has arrived in Barcelona for ten days, during which time various tours and events will take place. A Greenpeace volunteer from Barcelona explains more.

The captain of the Greenpeace ship, the Rainbow Warrior III, which is docked in Spain, explains to us a bit about the ship's equipment as well as his duties on board.

Crew members of Greenpeace's ship, the Rainbow Warrior III, from Spain and Argentina tell us a bit about their duties and give us a tour of some areas of the ship where they are performed.