By MITCHELL ODDO The Cold War devastated the environment in Europe, leaving a "dead zone" where the iron curtain lied. The land remained barren and served as a reminder of the tensions that endured for almost 50 years. In 1970, three environmental activists decided they had enough of the dead zone and started a project called the "Green Belt." Today, the Green Belt connects 16 EU countries and serves as a sanctuary for more than 1,200 species that are close to extinction (Deutsche). The 7,700 mile belt not only acts as a sanctuary for endangered species, but its foliage helps to remove harmful pollutants and excess carbon dioxide from the air. The founders of the project have received $284,000 for their dedication and commitment to bringing a seemingly dead area of land back to life. To read more, click the following article: www.dw.com/en/creators-of-green-belt-project-win-german-environmental-prize/a-41162699
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