The shocking danger of mountaintop removal -- and why it must end

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May 26, 2018 NEW ON TED.COM The shocking danger of mountaintop removal -- and why it must end 13:44 minutes · TEDMED 2017 Research investigator Michael Hendryx studies mountaintop removal, an explosive type of surface coal mining used in Appalachia that comes with unexpected health hazards. In this data-packed talk, Hendryx presents his research and tells the story of the pushback he's received from the coal industry, advocating for the ethical obligation scientists have to speak the truth. Watch now »   Playlist of the Day What is the Anthropocene? Humanity's increasingly permanent mark on the planet has spurred a new geological age in Earth's history -- The Anthropocene. Learn how we've come to this point in time and what our footprint means to the future of this planet. Watch » 8 talks · Total run time 2:04:49 WorKLIFE WITH ADAM GRANT Do you think you could learn to love criticism -- even crave it? At the world's most successful hedge fund, everyone is constantly rated and ranked in front of their coworkers. They swear it's the secret to their success. Find out how you can learn to take criticism well -- and get better at dishing it out -- on TED's podcast WorkLife with Adam Grant. Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts, the TED Android App, or wherever you listen. Listen now »   Download the TED app

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