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Organizations Tackle Invasive Tree Species in Animas Basin near Durango

Austin Cope

April 11, 2018 |

KSJD |

Radio |

3-5 Minutes

Response Location: United States, Durango, Colorado

As the name implies, Russian olive trees are not native to the United States, but have taken over many regions due to their ability to outgrow and outcompete native plant species. Organizations are working together in Durango, Colorado to fight back against this invasive plant species, however.

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Innovative Greenhouses Help Farmers Adapt to Climate Change

Janice Cantieri

April 11, 2018 |

National Geographic |

Multi-Media |

800-1500 Words

Response Location: India, Telangana

In India, 15 farmers are piloting a program that utilizes greenhouses to grow crops that would otherwise perish in the unpredictable climate. The income generated from this capability is allowing families to pay for their children's education. In addition, women are being given opportunities to play a part in the agricultural success through training and networking.

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Sustainable Management of Indigenous Woodlots in Malawi

Deogracias Benjamin Kalima

April 10, 2018 |

Greentumble |

Text |

Under 800 Words

Response Location: Malawi

Many areas in Malawi have lost their forest cover entirely, but some farmers are changing their practices to play a part in sustainable forestry implementation. By using the only specific parts of the trees for fuel wood and poles for house roofing instead of selling to large-scale charcoal burners, farmers are able to use their indigenous woodlots sustainably.

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App used in city of Canton puts power in the hands of citizens for reporting and tracking problems

Jonathan Walsh

April 09, 2018 |

WEWS-TV |

Broadcast TV News |

3-5 Minutes

Response Location: United States, Canton, Ohio

The mayor’s office in Canton, Ohio recently implemented SeeClickFix, an app that allows local residents to share pictures of problems they see, such as potholes and abandoned cars. The complaints get added to a list for City Hall to address. This app is empowering residents to play a role in improving their own neighborhood, and the app has been a cost-effective way to create change in cities across Ohio and even around the globe.

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After hurricane Maria, he's helping the ocean – and its fishers – recover

Whitney Eulich

April 09, 2018 |

The Christian Science Monitor |

Text |

800-1500 Words

Response Location: Puerto Rico, Naguabo

Hurricane Maria devastated Puerto Rico communities, land and the local coasts. With many relying on fishing as a significant source of income, fishermen have been suffering since with polluted waters and a diminished fish population. One local man is taking a stance by working with community fishermen to utilize their skills to clean up the coastal waters through incentivizing results.

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Community groups help Colorado counties participate in Superfund process

Jonathan Romeo

April 07, 2018 |

Durango Herald |

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1500-3000 Words

Response Location: United States, Pueblo, Colorado

When lead and arsenic levels threatened the communities in Southeastern Colorado, the Environmental Protection Agency was asked to step in. In order to have a seat at the table when decisions were being made, community members in the city of Pueblo created a Community Advisory Group. This allowed them to not only increase their understanding of possible decisions, but also offer feedback. It has also offered a model for surrounding communities that are facing similar situations.

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Tribes lead the way for faster internet access in New Mexico

Leah Todd Lin

April 06, 2018 |

High Country News |

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1500-3000 Words

Response Location: United States, Santa Fe, New Mexico

Across the United States, tribal lands have the lowest access to internet, an issue that restricts opportunity and education in those areas. In New Mexico, several small tribes have partnered to lay fiber-optic cables that connect the libraries, which serve as primary sources of internet connection, to faster, cheaper internet.

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Locally Owned Networks Choose Net Neutrality

Marisa Demarco

April 05, 2018 |

KUNM |

Multi-Media |

800-1500 Words

Response Location: United States, Taos, New Mexico

Cooperatives owned by the people they serve give communities control over local telecommunications infrastructure. The member-owned Kit Carson Electric Cooperative provides access to broadband Internet in a remote region of northern New Mexico not served by the large telecommunications companies. In addition to leveling the playing field for small, underserved localities, networks owned by coops allow users to retain decision-making power over their telecommunications infrastructure in the absence of net neutrality protections.

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Let's Talk Solutions To New Mexico's Digital Divide

Sarah Gustavus Lim

April 04, 2018 |

KUNM |

Radio |

Over 15 Minutes

Response Location: United States, New Mexico

Grants from the federal government can help fund infrastructure projects where large telecommunications companies see no incentive. Multiple initiatives across New Mexico are stepping in to bring reliable internet connectivity to the residents of remote and underserved communities. From electric utility cooperatives to tribal organizations, locals are finding ways to fund and install their own physical broadband infrastructure projects.

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The Opposite of Gentrification

Jill Harkins

April 02, 2018 |

The Philadelphia Citizen |

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800-1500 Words

Response Location: United States, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

A new program in a Philadelphia neighborhood is offering opportunities for locals to curb gentrification. Gentrification occurs when outside developers come to an area and change it without leaving room for locals to remain. The nonprofit Jumpstart Germantown provides training, mentoring, and loans to community members who want to learn to develop their own neighborhoods in an inclusive and sustainable way. So far, 235 people have graduated from the program, and the model has inspired other Philadelphia neighborhoods to start similar programs.

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