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Scientists and park rangers released 158 juvenile hybrid giant tortoises on Floreana Island, the first tortoises there in more than 180 years; the animals carry roughly 40–80% of the extinct Floreana species' genetics and will be tracked with GPS as part of a larger reintroduction program.
On Feb. 18, SPRI’s EPOC program and partners brought healthcare professionals into Homestake Peak School for hands-on orthopaedic and STEM activities for eighth graders; the event involved BONE Academy, Vail Health, The Steadman Clinic, and support from Smith+Nephew.
A 1920s Métis model dog sled repatriated from the Vatican was unveiled in Ottawa and will be temporarily housed at the Canadian Museum of History while experts work to identify its community of origin.
The Mersey River Wind project will build 33 onshore turbines generating 150 megawatts and allow customers to buy contracts directly from Renewall Energy; the Canada Infrastructure Bank is providing a $206-million loan.