Cary Institute urban ecologist Steward Pickett discusses his role in urban ecology, emphasizing its interdisciplinary nature and the importance of understanding human interactions within urban environments.
With Poughkeepsie NY as the backdrop, Pickett highlights the need to study not just the physical environment but also social structures, institutions, and economic operations. By pointing out the historical and architectural significance of locations in Poughkeepsie, he illustrates how urban ecology intertwines past and present ecological processes.
Documentary produced by Marist University students Ava Battinelli, Jacky Downey, and Cate Bergstrand for a Documentary Production class led by Jeffrey Basinger, School of Communication and the Arts. https://www.marist.edu/
