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These ferries speed commutes and cut pollution — and they fly

Nicolás Rivero

April 15, 2025 |

The Washington Post |

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800-1500 Words

Response Location: Sweden, Stockholm

In Stockholm, an electric ferry that uses hydrofoils—underwater wings that increase the ship’s speed by allowing it to glide above the water’s surface—causes 98 percent fewer carbon emissions than a traditional diesel ferry. Other cities, such as Lake Tahoe and Berlin, are now considering implementing the technology.

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Where war once raged in Iraq, Yezidi women plant hope

Robert Bociaga

April 14, 2025 |

Mongabay |

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1500-3000 Words

Response Location: Iraq, Khanke

The Clean Green initiative empowers Yezidi women who escaped the 2014 ISIS genocide to rebuild their lives and enviornment by planting more than 2,000 trees, specifically chosen to withstand Iraq’s shifting climate. The grassroots group started with just five volunteers, but now has more than 40 members.

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DOGE abruptly cut a program for teens with disabilities. This student is 'devastated'

Cory Turner

April 14, 2025 |

KPBS Public Media |

Radio |

5-15 Minutes

Response Location: United States, Newton, Massachusetts

Before DOGE cut the program’s funding, Charting My Path for Future Success was helping students with disabilities learn ways to successfully transition from high school to college or the working world with greater self-sufficiency. Before it was canceled, 1,600 high school juniors enrolled in the program, learning how to set goals, take care of themselves and build their confidence and self-determination skills.

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Global warming is melting Arctic ice. Can science refreeze it?

Matilda Hay

April 14, 2025 |

Grist |

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Over 3000 Words

Response Location: Canada

Researchers from Real Ice, a United Kingdom-based climate-focused nonprofit, are piloting an ice-sheet conservation project that pumps ocean water to freeze on top of preexisting sea ice, aiming to reverse glacial melt.

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How Pakistan quietly became world's biggest solar importer

Stuti Mishra

April 14, 2025 |

The Independent |

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800-1500 Words

Response Location: Pakistan

Pakistani households and small businesses independently embraced rooftop solar systems, making Pakistan the world's largest solar panel importer by 2024—a notable success demonstrating the potential of decentralized, economically driven clean energy transitions.

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In Adamawa, female teachers inspire girls to stay in school—But barriers remain

Yahuza Bawage

April 14, 2025 |

Prime Progress |

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800-1500 Words

Response Location: Nigeria, Vinikilang, Adamawa

Schools in Adamawa State are increasing the number of female teachers, which is inherently increasing the number of female students attending school. Previously, over 50% of girls in the area had not been in school, or dropped out, but with the increase of female teachers, the number of girls in school has dramatically increased.

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The cure for congested cities? Kenya is building new ones.

Erika Page

April 11, 2025 |

The Christian Science Monitor |

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800-1500 Words

Response Location: Kenya, Tatu City

Satellite towns like Tatu City are cropping up near major cities in Africa, offering an alternative to the overcrowded metropolises locals are used to. When developed effectively, these satellite cities become hubs for economic growth. Over 100 businesses have opened in Tatu City, employing about 25,000 people.

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Clean energy: Nigeria's move away from diesel generators

Anne-Sophie Brändlin, Lukas Lottersberger, Okey Omeire

April 11, 2025 |

Deutsche Welle (DW) |

Video |

5-15 Minutes

Response Location: Nigeria, Abuja

A Berlin-based non-profit, Access to Energy Institute (A2EI), is providing traders at Wuse Market in Abuja :solar generators," which has reduced noise and fumes while also saving the community money by no longer having to buy fuel for generations. The installed solar panel system sends real-time data back to Berlin for monitoring and maintenance.

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School-based telehealth expands further in North Carolina

Jennifer Fernandez

April 11, 2025 |

North Carolina Health News |

Multi-Media |

1500-3000 Words

Response Location: United States, Burlington, North Carolina

Multiple hospital systems and health organizations across North Carolina have implemented school-based telehealth programs so students can receive medical and behavioral health care during the school day, making care more accessible. Evidence shows students who participate in the telehealth program see better attendance and academic performance, as well as improvements in their mental health.

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Teaching mental health professionals to think like a farmer

Dean Kuipers

April 10, 2025 |

Food and Environment Reporting Network |

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Over 3000 Words

Response Location: United States

LandLogic Model trains mental healthcare providers to use farmers’ relationships to their land to identify and treat depression, anxiety, and other emotional issues. Virtual and easily adaptable training models have helped the LandLogic Model support this notoriously hard-to-reach population.

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