Do you think that "going green" always means getting back to nature? On the next edition of "Eco Solutions", we'll explore some options for people who live deep in the heart of major cities. We'll look at how some of the world's busiest urban areas are trying to develop alternative fuels, clear the air, and green up the scenery.

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This month, Eco Solutions travels to Australia where widespread drought has heightened concerns about climate change. We'll look at a promising effort to reduce greenhouse gases involving a little-known product called Biochar. We'll also visit a huge private project aimed at protecting Australia's unique animal and plant life. Also, some ecological debate that's focused on the country's national symbol: the kangaroo.

The impact of modern society is leaving indelible scars on the planet. As society progresses and new technologies are born, humans are consuming more energy and resources while creating more waste. Yet with a growing understanding of the shared future between our planet and our society, there is a new effort to use technology to reduce this impact before it's too late.