Natural state. Episode 16

Description

Mideast Tree - Israel scientists have managed to grow a date palm tree from a 2000 year old seed. Anti-pollution Pram - The 'babysphere' is a pram that protects the young from fumes, dust and pollens ... Tigris River - A look at the affect pollution is having on this once beautiful biblical river in Iraq. Germany Everest - A Berlin artist has painted a 360 degree panorama of the Himalayas on an old gas tank. Eco-Friendly High Rise - New cleaner, greener accommodation being built on the London docklands. Preserving Wildlife - English residents being encouraged to open up their land for animal grazing. Electric Petrol Car - More advances on the hybrid electric petrol car in Britain. Russia Heatwave - Here we look at how locals are dealing with an unseasonably hot summer. Afghanistan Snow - A cold snap in the Middle East. China Desert - A once lush arming area has been swamped by sand due to development and deforestation. Museum Of Welsh Life - An open air museum highlighting the rich history of the Welsh people. Freight On Canals - British canals are once again open for commercial use. World Water Monitoring - Water testing kits are being handed out for people to see the quality of water they are consuming.

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24 min

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Date of Publication

2005

Database

Alexander Street

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