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Costing the Earth

Programme looking at man's effect on the environment and how the environment reacts, questioning accepted truths, challenging those in charge and reporting on progress towards improving the world

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    Jellyfish Invasion!

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    Miranda Krestovnikoff examines claims that jellyfish are taking over the world's oceans.

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    1. Pushing Water

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      Available since Tue, 15 May 2012.

      Drought in the south but plenty of water elsewhere. Why not move it? Tom Heap investigates

    2. Return of the king

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      Coal is the dirtiest fuel, but consumption is rising. Tom Heap investigates.

    3. Genetically Modified Brunch

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      Could a new generation of genetically-modified crops attract the public? Tom Heap reports

    4. Cruise Ships and Creeks

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      Falmouth's plans to attract cruise ships could damage the environment. Tom Heap reports.

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