A new documentary series, Dynamic Planet, has been created to showcase the lives of people and animals who are on the front lines of climate change in extreme environments across all seven continents. Filmed over three years, this series not only highlights the threats facing these environments but also reveals how the natural world is adapting in surprising ways. Through a combination of science, nature, and Indigenous knowledge, Dynamic Planet aims to prepare viewers for the future.
The Earth is heating up at an alarming rate, with temperatures rising twice as fast as they did four decades ago. This has led to melting ice caps and glaciers, warming oceans, burning forests, and shifting weather patterns. These changes are putting our planet in jeopardy and it is crucial that we understand their impact and learn how to adapt to ensure a sustainable future.
In the premiere episode of Dynamic Planet titled “ICE,” a team of global experts travels from the frozen polar oceans of Antarctica and the Arctic to the vast plateaus and peaks of the Himalayas. They document how melting ice is affecting human and animal life in these regions. Through close-up studies of animals like seals and humpback whales, researchers are able to observe how nature is adapting to these changing environments. Viewers can watch Dynamic Planet on WLRN through the PBS Video App, where they can stream their favorite PBS shows, create watchlists, and access an on-demand library of programming with WLRN Passport. Download the app for free to watch WLRN anytime, anywhere.