Energy and Climate Change in the American Southwest

A project in Austin, TX by Ari Phillips
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The SW is highly susceptible to climate change. It also has lots of energy potential. Here's 9 interwoven stories I'd like to cover.
Backers: 105
Average Pledge Per Backer: $39

Funded: $4,063 of $3,750
Dates: Apr 8th -> May 11th (33 days)
Project By: Ari Phillips
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