The Rising Generation: Future Leaders of Coastal Louisiana

In the final episode of Delta Dispatches 2.0, host Simone interviews two young rising leaders in coastal restoration, Kylie Miller and Franziska Trautmann. The episode delves into their backgrounds, experiences, and insights on tackling Louisiana's coastal challenges. Kylie Miller shares how her education, volunteer, and leadership experiences inspired her to focus on a career in the environmental field. Franziska Trautmann, co-founder and CEO of Glass Half Full, talks about the innovative ways her organization is using recycled glass for coastal restoration. Both guests provide advice for young people interested in environmental work and emphasize the importance of community engagement and foundational science in addressing the coastal land loss crisis. 01:02 Spotlight on Kylie Miller: A Rising Coastal Leader 02:54 Kylie's Journey and Insights on Coastal Restoration 13:38 Introducing Franziska Trautmann and Glass Half Full 17:08 The Science and Impact of Glass Recycling for Coastal Restoration 26:12 Advice for Aspiring Coastal Advocates

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The Rising Generation: Future Leaders of Coastal Louisiana is an episode from Delta Dispatches by Restore the Mississippi River Delta.

This episode is 33:48 long.

This episode was published on Sep 25, 2025.

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