How Beavers Saved a Wetland (and $1.2 Million)!
This week on Good News from Planet Earth, we’re heading to the Czech Republic to meet the world’s furriest engineers, Eurasian beavers - who stepped in when a government dam project stalled and saved an entire ecosystem.

With no permits, no budget, and a lot of mud, these beavers rehydrated dried-up wetlands, restored biodiversity, and brought back frogs, birds, and even the rare stone crayfish!

This is a story about natural habitat restoration, rewilding, and what happens when we get out of nature’s way.

💚 Wetland conservation
🦫 Beavers as ecosystem engineers
🌍 Feel-good environmental news

If you love climate optimism, wildlife wins, and animal-led restoration, hit play! And share it with your favorite nature nerd, or someone who needs a lift in their day with some good news.

This episode is narrated by Anne Cloud from Voiceover for the Planet.

Resources:

Radio Prague International – Beavers to the Rescue in Brdy Wetlands

Euronews Green – How Beavers Saved a Czech Wetland and a Million Euros

Czech University of Life Sciences – Research on Wetland Restoration and Beaver Impact

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Produced by Ally Murphy and Anne Cloud

Sound Designed and Mixed by Brandon Perry at Sound Nectar Studios

If you'd like a member of Voiceover for the Planet to narrate your project, email casting@voiceoverfortheplanet.com

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Hosted by Anne Cloud & Ally Murphy

Good News from Planet Earth is brought to you by Voiceover for the Planet, proud members of 1% for the Planet.

Produced by Ally Murphy and Anne Cloud

Sound Designed and Mixed by Brandon Perry at Sound Nectar Studios

If you'd like a member of Voiceover for the Planet to narrate your project, email casting@voiceoverfortheplanet.com