Working with Nature on Recovery and Mitigation in South Carolina with Emily Bentley

Written By Nicole Pehl

On this episode, we welcome Emily Bentley, chief of recovery and mitigation for the South Carolina Emergency Management Division (SCEMD). Emily explains what the SCEMD does for the state, the differences and similarities between recovery work and mitigation work, and why both aspects of emergency management need high levels of collaboration. Emily brings her love of nature to the discussion as she talks about the benefits of nature-based solutions and how important it is for us to work with nature, rather than against it.

Learn more about the Conway project, the first nature-based solution in SC supported by FEMA funding.

Conversing with Nature is hosted by Dr. Liz Fly, edited by Nicole Pehl, and produced by The Nature Conservancy. Original music provided by Matt Williams, cover art designed by Amy Nguyen, and funding provided by Honda.

Published: March 1, 2024

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