The Happy Pod: The million dollar prize winners saving the planet

11/9/2024

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We hear about innovative environmental projects awarded millions of dollars in this year's Earthshot prizes. Also: the twins cleaning streets for free; detecting tumours with graphene; and a remarkable Himalayan rescue.

Presenter: Andrew Peach. Music composed by Iona Hampson.

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