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Invaders of the Reef
As voracious lionfish infest Atlantic and Caribbean reefs, underwater hunters from one little island battle to keep their numbers down.

In an Inferno, a Devil’s Bargain
Families in one Indian township must choose between food to eat or air to breathe.

Flying Blind
A mysterious disease has nearly wiped out bat populations in parts of North America and no one knows how to stop it.

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More than 60 projects working around the world to protect our environment.

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Urban Biofilter

The Urban Biofilter project designs, implements, and advocates for innovative, green infrastructure solutions within and for environmentally degraded urban communities.

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Restoration Initiatives

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Funds dynamic community based restoration programs in Southern California focused on protecting and enhancing wetlands and watersheds.

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