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In Rural Bangladesh, Solar Power Dents Poverty

Amy Yee

October 04, 2016 |

The New York Times |

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Response Location: Bangladesh, Kakhin Bimile, Dhaka Division

Infrastructure Development Company Limited (Idcol), a government-backed Bangladeshi energy and infrastructure group, is helping bring solar power to homes in rural Bangladesh that once relied on dangerous kerosene or expensive diesel for electricity. The keys to Idcol’s expansion are financing plans that cater to lower-income people, as well as partnerships with 56 grass-roots organizations like the microfinance institution Grameen. Solar energy is reliable, clean, and more cost effective in the long run, and has become a lifeline for low-income Bangladeshis living beyond access of the main grid.

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How Hybrid Seeds Could Help The Mountain Gorillas Of Congo

Amy Yee

September 27, 2016 |

NPR |

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Response Location: Democratic Republic of the Congo

As a response to a growing population, farmers have begun encroaching into Virunga National Park in the Democratic Republic of Congo in order to expand their crop yield. This creates a problem for the endangered great apes that live there, however, as it depletes their food, water and shelter resources. One non-profit is trying to change this landscape by improving farming practices with new seed varieties.

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For Refugees in Lebanon, Cash Instead of Camps.

Tina Rosenberg

September 13, 2016 |

The New York Times |

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Response Location: Lebanon

In Lebanon, services for refugees are often misguided and ineffective. To address this issue, the country created a cash-debit card allowance for refugees, providing a more appropriate resource than the typical aid program.

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An Innovative Casino Scheme Helps Re-Build a Troubled Industrial City

James Fallows

September 11, 2016 |

The Atlantic |

Multi-Media |

1500-3000 Words

Response Location: United States, Erie, Pennsylvania

Erie, Pennsylvania transforms standard casino revenue into community development funds to jumpstart the city's urban and economic planning. An innovative initiative sets aside a percentage of revenue for city-wide development programs including a tech-startup initiative and youth summer jobs program.

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Staying on the Land

JR Logan

September 06, 2016 |

The Taos News |

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Response Location: United States, Taos, New Mexico

A tax break for open space may help protect New Mexico’s farm land from development, preserving generations-old tradition and ownership, while maintaining valuable land for a future agricultural resurgence.

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Is farming a public service?

Lyndsey Gilpin

September 05, 2016 |

High Country News |

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Response Location: United States, Albuquerque, New Mexico

To develop the next generation of producers, the Young Farmers Coalition non-profit is now pushing Congress and individual state legislatures to take a big step: forgiving farmers’ student loans.

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Relying on food pantries in New Mexico's rural communities

Andrew Martinez

September 05, 2016 |

Small Towns Big Change |

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Response Location: United States, Ojo Sarco, New Mexico

Hunger is a hidden crisis in the U.S., and in places like Rio Arriba County, New Mexico - a food desert and poverty-stricken community - a few dedicated food pantries are all that stands between thousands of people and going hungry. A longstanding relationship with Farmers Markets authorized to use SNAP benefits has also allowed farmers to donate overstocked produce to those in need - though the greater battle against the poverty that causes hunger is yet to be won.

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Can blackberries and tilapia help New Mexico's small farmers thrive?

Staci Matlock

September 03, 2016 |

The Santa Fe New Mexican |

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Response Location: United States, Española, New Mexico

A group of agriculture producers think new, low-cost growing techniques, high-value crops and an increased interest in local produce offer solutions to New Mexico’s food struggles.

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New startups help farmers supply organic produce to Bengalureans

Kate Clark

September 01, 2016 |

Citizen Matters |

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Response Location: India, Bengaluru

In India, the food business has lacked transparency and people have depended upon imported foods that have been chemically treated. New programs, such as Jivabhumi and Organic Mandya, connects consumers with organic farmers to receive locally-made chemically-free food. The organic food industry is expanding to offer tourists the ability to see where their food comes from in order to encourage informed consumerism.

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This Slaughterhouse Will Let You Watch What Actually Happens Inside

Joseph Erbentraut

August 25, 2016 |

The Huffington Post |

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Response Location: United States, North Springfield, Vermont

As skepticism increases around the health of consuming meat products due to inhumane ways the animals are being reared and raised, this Vermont packinghouse is embracing transparency by letting the public see all. From tours of the facility to learning how the animal was raised and later killed, this slaughterhouse is trying to change the narrative around the secrecy behind the meat on your table.

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