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Can a Billion Oysters Save New York City?

Provided by: Be Smart
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  • In this 13-minute video from Be Smart, students will learn about the Billion Oyster Project, which is restoring the oyster population to filter water in New York's waterways and protect the city from severe storms.
  • Students will learn a little about Superstorm Sandy, some early history of New York City, the Clean Water Act, and the ecosystem services oysters provide.
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Subjects: Biology, History
Authors: Be Smart
Region: New York, New York City
Languages: English

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