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The Environment in the Netherlands

How the Dutch government aimed to reduce pollution by 70-90% in 1989

The Dutch government aimed to reduce pollution by 70-90% in 1989. The Environment Minsiter Ed Nijpels talks about changing lifestyles to clean up acid rain and reduce the number of cars in the country.

Also in the programme: Is the Mediterranean safe to swim in? And is shooting animals the best way of preserving them?

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Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ World Service Archive

This programme was restored as part of the World Service archive project