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How one man's mission to clear dumped boats inspired Guardian readers
In this week’s newsletter: Readers have flooded the crowdfunder of Steve Green after his inspirational story of DIY environmental activism was told
TL;DR
- Steve Green is removing 166 forgotten, disintegrating fibreglass yachts from Cornish rivers.
- These abandoned boats leak toxins, and fibreglass fragments are compared to asbestos.
- The Guardian featured Green's story, leading to over £23,000 in donations from readers.
- The donations allow Green to remove more boats and involve local volunteers.
- Green has also begun legal notices on abandoned yachts to prompt owners to claim them.