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EPISODE · Apr 9, 2026 · 38 MIN

New York City - A Planet Possible Special

from Planet Possible · host Vincent Lee, Sarah Galst, Niki Roach

New York City is the most densely populated city in the USA and, famously the "concrete jungle" of all those famous movies and TV shows. Surrounded by water on 3 sides and with old infrastructure, how does the Big Apple cope with rising sea levels, pressure on water quality and very little room for nature? Vincent worked on high profile projects like Hunter's Point and Little Island - pairing beautiful design with futureproof sustainability functions. Sarah was involved in a decades long project to lower the levels of nutrients in the water surrounding Manhattan. Both native New Yorkers, what are their professional and personal takes on how New York is doing? Are there lessons for other cities around the world? Credits Presented & Produced by Niki RoachExecutive Producer Andy Taylor - Bwlb LimitedWith thanks to Alastair ChisholmHonorary Executive Producer Jane Boland

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On location in NYC, Niki speaks to Vincent Lee (Arup) and Sarah Galst (Hazen & Sawyer) on the city adapting to climate, nature and water challenges

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