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The blue whale, the largest mammal of all.
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By Daniela Estrada

A New Home for the Blue Whale

A new refuge is in the works for the world's largest mammal. Supporting the initiative to establish a protected marine area in southern Chile are two multimillionaires with investments in the region.

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By Mario Osava

Biodiesel Comes in All Flavors

Brazil is diversifying the raw materials it is using for clean fuel. Waste from coffee production is just one promising option.

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