How a Teen in Nigeria Turned a Dump into a Climate-Resilient Playground. Today on Good News from Planet Earth, we meet Amara Nwuneli - a 17-year-old climate innovator from Lagos, Nigeria, who looked at a trash heap… and saw a playground.Armed with imagination, recycled tires, and a bold vision for climate resilience, Amara transformed a flood-prone dump site into a vibrant community space that absorbs stormwater, prevents erosion, and gives local kids a safe place to play and learn.Her project won The Earth Prize, sparked a movement for more green public spaces, and shows what’s possible when we turn waste into wonder.Youth-led climate innovation Flood-resilient urban design Upcycled playgrounds & community gardens Environmental leadership in NigeriaIf you’ve ever doubted that one bold idea can reshape a community - and the climate future - this episode will change your mind.This episode is narrated by Susie Valerio for Voiceover for the Planet.Sources:Business Insider AfricaThe Earth PrizeEnvironmentalist ViewSupport the showGood News from Planet Earth is brought to you by Voiceover for the Planet, proud members of 1% for the Planet. Produced by Ally Murphy and Anne Cloud Sound Designed and Mixed by Brandon Perry at Sound Nectar Studios If you'd like a member of Voiceover for the Planet to narrate your project, email [email protected]

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