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As synthetic microfibers infiltrate food, water and air, how can we prevent future release?

Mary Catherine O'Connor

July 16, 2018 |

Ensia |

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1500-3000 Words

Response Location: United States

Plastic is no longer just infiltrating the ecosystem and polluting rivers and oceans, but is now known to be finding its way into food and air via clothes. While the danger of these microfibers is yet to be determined, the need to reduce the presence of the pollution is crucial to help the environment. Various studies are finding that new materials such as biodegradable fabrics may be a solution.

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Berlin steers bathers away from dirty lakes with daily pollution updates

Anoush Darabi

July 02, 2018 |

Apolitical |

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Under 800 Words

Response Location: Germany, Berlin

Berlin has historically struggled with implementing new digital advancements. Thanks to a collaborative effort however, the community can now be informed about the water pollution level of various lakes that are often used for swimming via the implementation of an online tool.

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Indonesia combines Islam with environmental activism

Rizki Nugraha

June 14, 2018 |

Deutsche Welle (DW) |

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Under 800 Words

Response Location: Indonesia

In order to raise awareness about the impact of plastic waste in the country with the largest Muslim population in the world, Greenpeace and the Indonesian Ministry of Forest and Environment have teamed with the country’s largest Muslim organizations.

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How Kayakers Saved a River and Started a Movement

Eric Jankiewicz

June 08, 2018 |

NationSwell |

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Under 800 Words

Response Location: United States, Albright, West Virginia

The Cheat River spans roughly 78 miles, running through eastern West Virginia and southwestern Pennsylvania. It was once regarded as one of the most polluted rivers in America due to consequences of heavy mining in the region. As the whitewater adventure industry increased, however, so did the desire to clean up the river, which was how a group of kayakers formed what is now known as Friends of the Cheat.

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Pond saves Mara River from gold mining pollution

Jacob Mugini

June 02, 2018 |

InfoNILE |

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1500-3000 Words

Response Location: Tanzania, Murito

The Mara River that runs through Tanzania and Kenya is used as a significant resource by 1.1 million people throughout the surrounding communities. For years, artisanal miners have also used the river to clean their gold, but this has polluted the river and increase chances of mercury poisoning. One community has created a gold refining pond to simultaneously continue promoting the importance of washing the gold as well as keep the pollutants out of the Mara River.

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In the US, Muslims are making slow inroads toward a greener Ramadan

Aysha Khan

May 22, 2018 |

Religion News Service |

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1500-3000 Words

Response Location: United States, Oakland, California

To combat food waste, leaders at Islamic centers and mosques around the world are looking to iftar, the evening meal that signals the end of the Ramadan fast. By discouraging food waste and the use of disposable kitchenware, many Islamic communities are already bringing about change.

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How the growing “One Water” movement is not only helping the environment but also saving millions of dollars

Erica Gies

May 08, 2018 |

Ensia |

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1500-3000 Words

Response Location: United States

In response to the growing concern about the world's water supply, a movement known in the United States as "One Water" has taken shape and is gathering momentum on a mission to halt floods, droughts and water pollution.

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In India, Products Made From Crop Waste May Curb a Tide of Plastic

Priti Salian

April 24, 2018 |

Bloomberg CityLab |

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800-1500 Words

Response Location: India, Bengaluru

India has been a longtime contributor to water and air pollution, largely due in part to the amount of plastic the country generates. To address both kinds of pollution, one company is creating biodegradable packaging made from plant fibers.

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Anacostia Rising: What's Next For D.C.'s 'Forgotten' River

Jacob Fenston Tyrone Turner

March 26, 2018 |

American University Radio (WAMU) |

Multi-Media |

Over 3000 Words

Response Location: United States, Washington, District of Columbia

The Anacostia, which has long been one of the most polluted rivers in the country, has been given a new lease on life, thanks to cleanup efforts and a recent sewer upgrade in D.C. Since water quality has improved, there's been renewed interest in waterfront recreation and development. Now local groups are working to mitigate displacement from gentrification, with some success.

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The Science Of Spread: SubSurface Episode 2

Nicky Ouellet

November 24, 2017 |

Montana Public Radio |

Multi-Media |

Over 15 Minutes

Response Location: United States, Montana

Beginning in the mid 1980s, quagga and zebra mussels started invading lakes and major river systems in the U.S. They migrate through humans, by clinging to ships. Their invasion is burdensome, and the damage they inflict can cost tens of millions of dollars. In Montana, where mussels have recently been spotted, people are trying to prevent them from spreading before it's too late

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