Ecopolis
Ecopolis is a six part series which features technology being used in the design of a future mega-city and its environment. The future is fast approaching and mega-cities are one way humanity might find to live together in an environmentally safe way with each other. This series explores the technology and science which can make this happen. In each episode the viewer will see several different sciences and technologies applied to the basic design of the mega-city to see if they will work or not. Each science or technology element will be tested within the mega-city design to see whether or not it will be included.
- 2008-2008
- 1 season
- Documentary
Ecopolis is a six part series which features technology being used in the design of a future mega-city and its environment. The future is fast approaching and mega-cities are one way humanity might find to live together in an environmentally safe way with each other. This series explores the technology and science which can make this happen. In each episode the viewer will see several different sciences and technologies applied to the basic design of the mega-city to see if they will work or not. Each science or technology element will be tested within the mega-city design to see whether or not it will be included.
Season 1 Episode Guide
5 Episodes 2008
Episode 2
Road to the Future
Wed, Oct 15, 2008
Nobel prize-winning energy scientist Dan Kammen explores four pioneering technologies aimed at transforming imaginary future megacity, Ecopolis. This episode, how to power the transport needs of its booming population - without choking the city...
Episode 3
A World of Trash
Wed, Oct 22, 2008
Nobel prize-winning energy scientist Dan Kammen explores four pioneering technologies aimed at transforming imaginary future megacity, Ecopolis.
Episode 4
Building the Future
Wed, Nov 12, 2008
Nobel prize-winning energy scientist Dan Kammen explores four pioneering technologies aimed at transforming imaginary future megacity, Ecopolis. This episode, how to revolutionize our buildings to prevent them becoming a bottomless pit of wasted energy..
Episode 5
Powering the Future
Wed, Nov 5, 2008 42 mins
Nobel prize-winning energy scientist Dan Kammen explores four pioneering technologies aimed at transforming imaginary future megacity, Ecopolis. This episode, how to provide energy for the city's 18 million citizens, without damaging the environment.
Episode 6
Hungry City
Wed, Oct 8, 2008
Nobel prize-winning energy scientist Dan Kammen explores 4 pioneering technologies aimed at transforming imaginary future megacity, Ecopolis. How do we keep the city's 18 million hungry mouths supplied with food and water, without trashing the city?