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Discover the people and the projects trying to make the world a better place

Discover the people and the projects trying to make the world a better place.

Discover the people and the projects trying to make the world a better place.

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People Fixing The World: Solving Mexico City's water crisis

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Solving Mexico City's water crisis

28/05/2024 GMT

BBC World Service - People Fixing The World, Solving Mexico City's water crisis

We meet the scientists, activists and urban planners tackling the megacity's water woes.

Mexico's capital often floods during the rainy season, but paradoxically, it's also running out of water.  A large and growing population, along with crumbling infrastructure and the effects of climate change - are increasingly putting a strain on the city. We meet the army of scientists, activists and urban planners trying to solve this problem - and rethink Mexico City’s relationship with water - including the scientist using plants to clean sewage water and the architect who has designed a park that absorbs excess rainwater.

Presenter: Myra Anubi
Reporter/producer: Craig Langran
Series Producer: Jon Bithrey
Editor: Tom Bigwood
Sound mix: Hal Haines

(Image: Alejandro Alva in Cuautepec wetland, Mexico City, BBC)

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