First wildlife bridge in Malaysia for langurs, Basic income for artists in Minnesota

May 12, 2025

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Today we talk about a framework published by the World Bank for more transparency in its funded projects, a basic income that supports artists in the US state of Minnesota, and the first wildlife bridge in Malaysia that allows langurs to cross the road safely. Enjoy reading!

Enjoy reading, Selina

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World Bank presents framework to address environmental and social impacts

For the first time, the World Bank has published a framework to address the environmental and social impacts of projects financed through its private sector arms. The World Bank has long faced criticism for the negative impacts of the projects it funds. Source: MONGABAY

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Malaysia: First wildlife bridge for langurs

The habitat of langurs in Malaysia is separated by busy roads. A project has now installed the first monkey bridge - made from recycled fire hoses. This allows wild animals to cross the roads safely. Source: BCC

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Basic income for artists in Minnesota

The organization Springboard for the Arts in the US state of Minnesota provides artists with a basic income to support their work. Artists receive $500 a month for five years. Since 2021, more than 100 cultural workers and artists have already been supported. Source: FAST COMPANY

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Blue Patrol helps orphaned seals in the Baltic Sea

The first seals were born on the Baltic Sea in Poland this spring, some live without their mothers. The WWF's Blue Patrol, made up of nearly 200 volunteers, helps the orphaned seals. They are cared for in a sanctuary before being released back into the wild. Source: DW

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Researchers develop environmentally friendly solid refrigerant

Researchers in the UK have developed a new, soft, waxy “solid refrigerant”. In contrast to conventional solid refrigerants, the new development does not emit any greenhouse gases. More than two billion air conditioning systems are in use around the world. Source: TECH XPLORE

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Architecture Biennale: Solutions for climate-proof cities

Extreme weather events are on the rise due to the climate crisis. How cities can prepare for overheating and flooding is the central question at the 19th Architecture Biennale in Venice, which is seeking solutions. Source: DW

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