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  • How carbon capture could become a rare bright spot on climate policy in the Trump era

    April 12, 2017 |

    Vox |

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    Response Location: United States, Houston, Texas

    Acknowledging that most coal plants world wide are likely to continue to operate for decades as the world's demand for energy only increases, solutions to climate change become ever more pressing. Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) is one of the few approaches that can receive bipartisan support in shaping energy policy and - despite a few early experimental failures - the method making a comeback as a viable way to combat the release of C02 into the atmosphere. The Petra Nova plant in Texas may serve as a model for moving CCS forward.

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  • Guess Who's For a Carbon Tax Now

    April 11, 2017 |

    The New York Times |

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    Response Location: United States

    In the face of the global climate crisis, conservative politicians and energy leaders in the US are an unlikely source for climate action. Through the promotion of a carbon tax, in which each ton of emissions gets taxed, these leaders are jumpstarting new forms of climate response. While some are hesitant towards both their support and the logistics of the tax, it may appear the best hope for climate action in the current political climate.

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  • Sisters listen to help heal as Rwanda marks 23 years since the genocide

    April 06, 2017 |

    Global Sisters Report |

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    Response Location: Rwanda

    Benebikira 'Sister Listeners' offer informal counseling to both victims and perpetrators of violence during the Rwanda genocide, seeking to forge a bridge of understanding. Their roles as listeners are especially important during the annual anniversary of the genocide.

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  • Is Vancouver lonelier than most cities or just better about addressing it?

    April 04, 2017 |

    The Guardian |

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    Response Location: Canada, Vancouver, British Columbia

    Vancouver has gained a reputation as one of the loneliest cities in the world. In a survey of residents conducted by the Vancouver Foundation, 1 in 3 respondents said that "they found it hard to make friends in the city." To foster community, the city created a task force to tackle this feeling of isolation, aided by the efforts of community-owned projects.

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  • Software helps educators respond to more than just their students' grades

    March 31, 2017 |

    Spring Wise |

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    Response Location: Latvia, Riga

    In Latvia, a new software-Edurio- helps educators learn from insights that go beyond grades by surveying students, families and teachers. This allows for fast feedback and alterations to improve educational experience.

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  • Ohio Valley Environmental Coalition

    March 31, 2017 |

    Ms. Magazine |

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    Response Location: United States, West Virginia

    Many times, in order for solutions to gain momentum and effect real change, there has to be buy in from a community level. To improve the perception of renewable energy in West Virginia, the Ohio Valley Environmental Coalition (OVEC) has partnered with local nonprofits and implemented various campaigns to educate the community on the benefits of making the switch to renewable energy.

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  • Legislators seek to make food donations easier and safer

    March 30, 2017 |

    The Press of Atlantic City |

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    Response Location: United States, Atlantic City, New Jersey

    New Jersey legislators are introducing a series of actions that can help drastically reduce food waste and ensure more food is provided to those going hungry. The varied measures include provisions for farms where post-harvest produce is collected and donated, as well as clarifications on food labeling to help prevent confusion about expiry dates.

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  • Turnover solutions are varied

    March 29, 2017 |

    Jackson Hole News & Guide |

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    Response Location: United States, Jackson, Wyoming

    In Jackson Hole, many employees struggle to afford both housing and higher education, and as a result, job turnover is high. The town is trying several initiatives to tackle these problems. The local government is subsidizing more housing units, and the St. John’s Hospital Foundation has been successful at funding nursing scholarships. “What we’re really trying to cultivate is long-term, engaged employees,”says the head of the foundation.

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  • An Outside-the-Doctor's-Office Approach to Health Care

    March 27, 2017 |

    Yes! Magazine |

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    Response Location: United States, Pensacola, Florida

    In addition to providing tradition primary care service, clinics in Pensacola and New Orleans are working to improve community health and promote health as well as treat illness. Initiatives—identified and developed in collaboration with residents—include building safe places to play and increasing access to fresh produce.

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  • Making Energy with Waves and NASA

    March 24, 2017 |

    Paste Magazine |

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    Response Location: United States

    The United States is making its move to catch up with European countries that have found ways to convert the energy of the oceans' waves into a form or useable renewable energy.

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