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Texas Drought Diminishes, but Enormous Water Loss

Marty Schladen

January 25, 2015 |

El Paso Times |

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800-1500 Words

Response Location: United States, Austin, Texas

Most of Texas has emerged from a drought that started in early 2011, but water supplies are still far below normal. Scientists are using new technology to monitor ground water levels and contemplate potential conservation methods and broad-scale solutions, while trying to convince policy makers of the reality of these climate-based changes.

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See Florida's New Underwater Sculpture Park, Which Is Delighting Scuba Divers and Oysters Alike

Sarah Cascone

July 11, 2018 |

Artnet |

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Under 800 Words

Response Location: United States, Florida

In support of artistic creation, marine life, and tourism an underwater sculpture park has opened in Florida. The sculptures have been placed underwater in the Gulf of Mexico in the hopes of creating an artificial reef environment for study.

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Wastewater and public health in the rural South

Melissa Brown

September 24, 2018 |

The Montgomery Advertiser |

Multi-Media |

Over 3000 Words

Response Location: United States, Hayneville, Alabama

A wastewater infrastructure crisis in the southern United States is much like those found in far less-developed countries. Now researchers and nonprofits are looking to successes in Africa, in an effort to eradicate obscure diseases and improve quality of life.

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Farmers tap free-market ideas in bid to rescue aquifer

Jeremy P. Jacobs

August 06, 2018 |

E&E News |

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1500-3000 Words

Response Location: United States, Oxnard, California

In California's Ventura County, the Oxnard Plain aquifer is critically over-drafted. Farmers who rely on this water are working to implement a novel, market-based approach to decrease water use: a cap and trade. While the program has the support of many farmers and at least one environmental group, aspects of the mechanism still need ironing out.

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A tale of two rivers

Leopold Obi

July 24, 2018 |

Nation Africa |

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1500-3000 Words

Response Location: Kenya

Rising populations and increasing river-side infrastructure has severely impacted the Mau Forest Complex in Kenya. Home to the Mara River which directly contributes to various community's livelihoods, protecting the waterway holds great importance for the health of the ecosystem. While some parts of the region are struggling to make this a reality, others have found success in sustainable management.

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Water Protectors Take Action to Keep Pipeline Out of Black and Indigenous Communities

Jen Marlowe

August 14, 2018 |

Yes! Magazine |

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1500-3000 Words

Response Location: United States, Rayne, Louisiana

When construction of the Bayou Bridge pipeline in Louisiana was slated to begin, local citizens formed the L’Eau Est La Vie (“Water Is Life”) camp to establish a course of action to halt the process. Although their main goal is to have an evacuation route planned, the organization is also providing room for the voices of those that will be impacted the most - predominantly indigenous and low-income Black residents.

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Protecting People and Water in Mexico City

Maria Doerr

May 02, 2018 |

Making Contact |

Radio |

Over 15 Minutes

Response Location: Mexico, Mexico City

Mexico City is drilling deep underground to keep residents supplied with water. Much of their water comes from the Water Forest outside the city, which is threatened by urban expansion. To conserve the water coming from the forest, indigenous people are empowered to use dry toilets and fertilize crops with the leavings.

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Cameroon cleanup lets flood-hit residents sleep with "both eyes closed"

Amindeh Blaise Atabong

September 06, 2017 |

Thomson Reuters Foundation |

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800-1500 Words

Response Location: Cameroon, Yaounde

The neighborhood of Nkolbikok in Cameroon was facing a trash collection problem. With garbage accumulating regularly in the streets, water drains were being blocked causing severe flooding when it would rain. To help reduce the likelihood of flooding, community members started Tam Tam Mobile, a resident-run daily trash pickup and removal service.

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‘We will not serve or pay for meat:' WeWork takes the green workplace to a new level

Jena McGregor

July 16, 2018 |

The Washington Post |

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800-1500 Words

Response Location: United States

The co-working space WeWork is taking a stance in the commitment to the health of the environment by implementing a meat-free organization policy, eliminating all allowable company expenses towards meat purchases. Although not without its limitations, this step will significantly impact the company's energy and water consumption and environmental impact.

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Artists and Scientists Team Up to Highlight Indy Waterways

Jen Kinney

September 09, 2016 |

Next City |

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800-1500 Words

Response Location: United States, Indianapolis, Indiana

Collaborations between artists and scientists can lead to unique, engaging, and educational programming highlighting important issues. In Indianapolis, the StreamLines collaboration highlighted issues related to city waterways through dance, sculpture, and outdoor installations.

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