Miscanthus grows up to 4 meters (13 feet) tall, tolerates heat and drought, and can be harvested for decades. In France and Germany, the Asian grass is now being grown for heating, building materials and water protection. But why is Europe growing so little of it?

The supergrass that heats towns and builds homesTo view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video

In Bamako, Mali, a painter is transforming a public minibus into a colorful rolling message on the need to protect the environment and address rising temperatures.

Drissa Konate uses bold murals to contrast deforestation and air pollution with the vital role trees play in absorbing CO2. By promoting public transport and creative expression, this grassroots effort is inspiring younger generations to rethink their environmental impact and take action for a cleaner future.

Mali artist turns buses into climate warnings on wheelsTo view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video