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3rd Place YRE – Article 11-14yrs: Our Magnificent RIA Harbour: Our Rich History is the result of our Geography!

submitted by St. Margaret's College Boys' Secondary School Verdala : Emerson Vella, Franklyn Baldacchino, Jacopo Mentosa, Ryan Fava  for 11-14
dissemination(s): school media
filed under Articles

It all started when we were on geographical fieldwork in Valletta and went to the Upper Barraka Gardens for a short break. Whilst admiring the view, we overheard a tourist guide explaining the historical importance of the Grand Harbour. Throughout her explanation there was no mention at all of its geographical formation. This is a real pity because actually the Grand Harbour gained its importance because of its particular formation…

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3rd Place YRE – Article 11-14yrs: Modified Earth

submitted by St Albert College Valletta : Adriel Benito  for 11-14
dissemination(s): school magazine, school media
filed under Articles

This article is written from the pain in my heart that our Mother Earth is being misused and raped. Even today after the human race has achieved so much and progressed so much the health of the Earth seems last on the list. It seems only appropriate that humanity directs attention to mother nature who is constantly crying for help behind our backs.

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1st Place YRE – Article 15-18yrs: Of Tunnels and Reservoirs: The National Flood Relief Project

submitted by G F Abela Junior College Msida : Samuel Azzopardi  for 15-18
dissemination(s): school media, website
filed under Articles

This article investigates the measures Malta is taking at a national level, to reduce the flood water problems during the winter, and harness some of this water for use as second class water.

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1st Place YRE – Photo 11-14yrs: If this Eyesore You Cannot Bear…Don’t be Afraid to Care

submitted by Our Lady Immaculate School Hamrun : Yasmin Joy Attard  for 11-14
dissemination(s): EkoSkola Notice board, other, website
filed under Photos

The entrance to what probably was a small farmhouse nowadays hosts a small rubbish dump just outside Xewkija, Gozo. One can see an old rusty barrel, pieces of wood and a CRT television set. This waste is not just an eyesore to those who walk near the place, but also poses a danger to humans, the soil and underlying groundwater. Rust, or iron oxide, can harbour microbes, such as tetanus. A CRT television contains chemicals, such as lead and barium, which seep through the soil and pollute the groundwater. Where is this leading us to? Something needs to be done to clean up what is left of our countryside. In a country where space is at a premium and the countryside is rapidly becoming a rarity, we must do everything in our power to conserve that little breath of fresh air we have left.



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2nd Place YRE – Photo 11-14yrs: Trees for Streets

submitted by St.Benedict College Girls' Secondary School Tarxien : Maria Micallef  for 11-14
dissemination(s): other, Participation in School Open Day, school media
filed under Photos

Heavy traffic poses a serious threat to our health and the environment. Vehicle emissions release several pollutants into the air including carbon monoxide, an odourless poisonous gas which can cause sudden death. Car exhaust gases are certainly the cause of respiratory illnesses such as asthma and lung cancer. Trees and green plants are effective in reducing air pollutants. Busy roads should be embellished with more trees to improve air quality. The planting of indigenous shrubs and trees such as the Aleppo Pine tree (Sigra taz-Znuber) should be encouraged. Trees also serve as a refuge for several bird species and help to retain soil. Unfortunately, trees can be the target of vandals by ripping off branches. Local authorities should impose hefty fines on tree vandals. On the other hand, public awareness should be increased through campaigns such as the Tree For You campaign which encourages tree plantation in several areas.



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