VOICED: More than just oil threatens LouisianaÕs coast

The video discusses the critical role of coastal marshes in the Gulf of Mexico, particularly in protecting New Orleans from hurricanes and supporting the U.S. seafood and energy supply. It highlights the severe land loss in South Louisiana due to factors like levee construction, climate change, and oil and gas activities, including the BP oil spill. The video also covers the ongoing efforts and financial needs for wetland restoration, emphasizing the importance of federal support and the potential use of BP fines to fund these projects.

What actions have been taken by BP and the government in response to the oil disaster?

What is the estimated cost of repairing the damage done to the wetlands since the 1930s?