In today’s edition of Squirrel News, we’re talking about a global initiative aiming to clean up the world’s most polluted and toxic areas, an increasing movement repurposing oil and gas platforms in an ocean-friendly way, and an upcoming mental health project launched by the London Wetlands Centre using nature as a form of therapy.
A global movement is cleaning up the world’s most toxic sites
The non-profit organisation Pure Earth is working on a mammoth project to save over 5,000 pollution hotspots, involving local communities and governments in their efforts.
Environmentalists are turning unused oil rigs into artificial reefs
With thousands of oil and gas platforms in the world’s oceans slowly becoming obsolete as we switch to renewable energy, a campaign to repurpose rather than destroy them is gaining traction.
The announcement comes alongside a promise to provide more support to those in the LGBT community who have already undergone the controversial practice.
The smartphone app uses image-recognition software, allowing users to photograph, search and identify pieces of art which might have been stolen or trafficked.
A backpack design course is teaching students how to hike sustainably
John Campbell’s class not only shows students how to create long-lasting, eco-friendly backpacks, but also teaches them how to repair used outdoor gear.
Travelling telescope brings stars to Kenya’s schoolchildren
Susan Murabana’s telescope and bamboo planetarium ensure that children in the most rural communities have access to the astronomy side of science education.
