In today’s edition of Squirrel News, we’re talking about plans of Germany’s new ‘traffic light’ coalition, a stock market theory treating conservation of coral reefs as an economic opportunity and a Brazilian NGO using skateboarding to prevent crime.
World’s first autonomous electric cargo ship sets sail
The Yara Birkeland, the world’s first electric and remotely operated ship, was launched in Norway. The ship, powered by a 6.8mWh battery pack, can carry up to 3,200 tons and will replace 40,000 diesel-powered truck trips annually.
Stacy Owino and her classmates created the iCut app in 2017 to put girls in danger of female genital mutilation in touch with local life-saving authorities and healthcare providers.
Soul Fire Farm, a New York based community organisation, aims to end food insecurity and help people grow their own food by providing gardening lessons and materials.
A mother who helps children deal with gun violence
The group ‘Moms Bonded By Grief’, founded by Terrez McCleary in Philadelphia, took 50 children and their relatives on a weekend getaway, allowing those affected by gun violence to share their experiences.