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Day: 21 August 2009

Crumbling coastline threatens landfill spills

Coastal rubbish tips that long since covered over and abandoned could cause a fresh headache as erosion threatens to open them up and wash the waste into the sea.

Northern Ireland ministers pledge support to renewables

Northern Ireland Environment Minister and Energy Minister have both pledged their support for renewable energy, saying they will help to make the sector grow through a favourable planning system.

Water shortages could cause crisis in Asia

Poor management of limited water resources could lead to chronic food shortages and social upheaval in Asia.

Flash mobs tackle Thames litter in London

Rubbish washed up on the shores of the River Thames has been tackled by volunteers recruited by a viral web campaign this week.

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