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Millet anyone? Facing soil crisis, US farmers look beyond corn and soybeans

Story Hinckley Laurent Belsie

December 28, 2018 |

The Christian Science Monitor |

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800-1500 Words

Response Location: United States, Iowa

After decades of planting almost solely corn and soybeans, across the Midwest and Plains, farmers are trying new methods to restore nutrients and replenish their soils. Methods like no-till farming, growing diverse cover crops during the winter, and using soil-sensitive crop rotations are growing in popularity. While the new practices face some resistance, cultural awareness is growing and being encouraged by new legislation.

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With no oil cleanup in sight, Amazon tribes harvest rain for clean water

Dan Collyns

December 27, 2018 |

Mongabay |

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1500-3000 Words

Response Location: Ecuador, Lago Agrio, Sucumbíos

Following decades of oil companies contaminating the water, indigenous groups in Ecuador’s Sucumbíos province have built systems for rainwater collection and filtration. These systems have provided people with clean water for drinking, cooking, cleaning, and bathing--a potentially powerful tool for other contaminated rural areas.

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Montana waters test negative for mussels

Rob Zolman

December 19, 2018 |

Valley Journal |

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Under 800 Words

Response Location: United States, Helena, Montana

In Montana last year, Fish Wildlife and Parks has worked with stakeholders across the state, running 35 watercraft stations that inspected over 100,000 boats. Meanwhile, the agency has coordinated with other organizations to educate the public about invasive aquatic species. At least in part thanks to these efforts, no new invasive mussel introductions were found last year.

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From Grassroots to Government: A Climate Assessment Presents a Moral Opportunity

Christina Colón

December 03, 2018 |

Sojourners |

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1500-3000 Words

Response Location: United States, Annapolis, Maryland

With climate change no longer a hypothetical situation but a very tangible problem being felt by many across the globe, grassroots efforts are gaining traction as the search for solutions intensifies. Citing a moral obligation, these grassroots organizations aim to inspire political action while also making concrete changes along the way.

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This Ohio Paint Production Experiment Creates Art — and Potentially Jobs — From Polluted Mine Sites

Sara Schonhardt

November 19, 2018 |

100 Days in Appalachia |

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1500-3000 Words

Response Location: United States, Corning, Ohio

In Ohio, artists and scientists are teaming up, turning hazardous mine run-off into paint pigment. High demand for such pigment, public funding, and enthusiasm for clean waterways could go a long way to mitigate water pollution.

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Toxic secrets: Pollution, evasion and fear in Wausau's River Street neighborhood

Shereen Siewert

October 30, 2018 |

Wausau Pilot and Review |

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Over 3000 Words

Response Location: United States, Wausau, Wisconsin

A local citizens group called Citizens for a Clean Wausau in Wisconsin is calling for greater transparency from government officials on environmental records related to project zoning and properties. While the group has had some legal successes, project development projects have continued to move forward despite public health and environmental concerns from digging up contaminated soils.

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In an Indiana river cleanup, businesses and environmentalists cooperate

Lauren Littell

October 29, 2018 |

The Christian Science Monitor |

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Under 800 Words

Response Location: United States, Gary, Indiana

The Grand Calumet River in Indiana was once infamous for its levels of pollution and contamination. Although it didn't happen overnight, the introduction of the Clean Water Act led to collaborative efforts to divide and clean the river which was key to restoring the body of water and now serves as a model for other areas facing similar water pollution issues.

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Awasi Residents Invest in Rain Water Harvesting to curb Water Shortage

Mercy Odada

October 26, 2018 |

Talk Africa |

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Under 800 Words

Response Location: Kenya, Awasi

Investing in tanks to collect rainwater can help remote communities increase their resilience to shortages and improve the lives of residents. In Kisumu County, Kenya, villagers who struggle with water shortages have turned to collecting rainwater. Although the county is preparing to drill new boreholes to serve local schools and hundreds of residents, acute water shortages are made more bearable by storing rainwater.

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How Colorado's ski resorts can continue making snow in drought years like this one

Jason Blevins

October 15, 2018 |

The Colorado Sun |

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800-1500 Words

Response Location: United States, Loveland, Colorado

Several dry winters in the 1970s and 1980s prompted ski resorts to have a backup plan: make their own snow. The result is a solution that helps ski resorts and does not hurt the environment: man-made snow is stored in reservoirs and the majority re-enters natural water sources after ski season. Still, the Colorado Water Conservation Board oversees the process to ensure no harm is actually done.

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In A Drying Climate, Colorado's 'Water Cop' Patrols For Water Thieves

Luke Runyon

October 11, 2018 |

NPR |

Radio |

3-5 Minutes

Response Location: United States, Montezuma, Colorado

In Colorado’s water-scarce Montezuma County, having a designated law enforcement official for water conflict is necessary. Dave Huhn is a sheriff’s deputy specializing in water law, responding to 60-100 calls each month – most of which are about water theft. As the region becomes more arid, it also becomes more ripe for conflict, making those who know the intricacies of water law more necessary than ever.

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